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Rwanda plug type and voltage

Quick answer

Rwanda uses Types C, E and G plugs, 230V at 50Hz. Travelling from the UK you do not need an adapter. Phone and laptop chargers are usually rated 100-240V, so they only need the right plug.

Plug typeTypes C, E and G
Type Ctwo round pins (Europlug)
Type Etwo round pins with an earth hole in the socket
Type Gthree rectangular pins (UK type)
Voltage230V
Frequency50Hz

Adapter or converter for Rwanda?

Travelling fromHome plugAdapterVoltage converter
United KingdomType G, 230VNot needed for Type GNot needed
United StatesTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances
IndiaTypes C, D and M, 230VNot needed for Type CNot needed
United Arab EmiratesType G, 230VNot needed for Type GNot needed
AustraliaType I, 230VNeededNot needed
CanadaTypes A and B, 120VNeededNeeded for single-voltage appliances

Source: Mains electricity by country (IEC plug letters), checked 2026-10-16. Hotels may also have other sockets.

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Questions

What plug type is used in Rwanda?

Types C, E and G: Type C has two round pins (Europlug); Type E has two round pins with an earth hole in the socket; Type G has three rectangular pins (UK type).

What is the voltage in Rwanda?

230V at 50Hz.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from United Kingdom?

Not always. Both use Type G, so United Kingdom plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from United States?

Yes. United States uses Types A and B and Rwanda uses Types C, E and G, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from India?

Not always. Both use Type C, so India plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from United Arab Emirates?

Not always. Both use Type G, so United Arab Emirates plugs of that type fit.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from Australia?

Yes. Australia uses Type I and Rwanda uses Types C, E and G, so you need an adapter.

Do I need an adapter for Rwanda from Canada?

Yes. Canada uses Types A and B and Rwanda uses Types C, E and G, so you need an adapter.

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