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Electrical plugs and sockets in Ethiopia

Ethiopia uses types C, E, F and L. The mains is 220 V at 50 Hz.

Plug typesC, E, F, L
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz

What the plugs and sockets look like

Type C

Type C plug
Plug
Type C socket
Socket

Two round pins.

Type E

Type E plug
Plug
Type E socket
Socket

Two round pins and a hole for the socket's earth pin.

Type F (Schuko)

Type F plug
Plug
Type F socket
Socket

Two round pins and two earth clips on the sides.

Type L

Type L plug
Plug
Type L socket
Socket

Three round pins in a line.

Schematic drawings, not to scale.

Do you need an adapter?

Check the official source or your accommodation before you travel. This data is compiled from IEC's World Plugs list and may be out of date.

Source: IEC World Plugs