From Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Sierra Leone
When travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Sierra Leone: Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types fit in Sierra Leone (G). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (110V / 230V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Sierra LeoneYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Sierra Leone
Type G
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Sierra Leone: G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V / 230V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
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 Sierra Leone
Sierra Leone is 230V/50Hz with Type G sockets, UK-style.
Grid & history
EDSA supplies the country from a mix of hydropower (Bumbuna) and oil-fired plants. Reliability has improved post-civil war.
Availability
Reliable in Freetown; rural areas variable.
Sockets & hotels
Type G is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A Type G adapter is essential for any non-UK plug.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.