Niger power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Niger uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type D and Type E sockets at 220 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- A / B / C / D / E 5 socket types in use
- Voltage
- 220 V High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- — Grid reliability: Low
What the sockets look like
Power in Niger
Niger, a landlocked country in West Africa, has a power infrastructure that faces significant challenges due to its harsh climate and limited resources. Niger uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type D, Type E and Type F power plugs. The standard voltage is 220 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Major power generation in Niger relies heavily on thermal and hydro sources, though capacity is limited. The reliability of the power grid is low, with frequent outages and limited access to electricity in rural areas. Efforts are underway to improve the infrastructure, but substantial investment is needed to meet the growing demand for energy.