From Uganda to Burundi
When travelling from Uganda to Burundi: None of your Uganda plug types fit in Burundi. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Uganda
BurundiYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Burundi
Type C
Type E
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Burundi: C, E
No fit for: G
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Burundi
Burundi runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type C and E sockets.
Grid & history
Burundi uses 230V/50Hz for residential supply. A detailed grid breakdown for this country has not yet been published here.
Availability
Power can be intermittent outside major cities. Hotels often have generator backup.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets accept Type C and E plugs (commonly written C/E). Type E sockets have a male earth pin built into the socket itself.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type C and E, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.