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Botswana Outlet, Plug & Voltage Guide for Travelers: Complete Guide ⚡

Botswana outlet plug and voltage guide for travelers

Planning a trip to Botswana? You are in for Okavango Delta waterways, mokoro rides, elephant-filled riverfronts, Chobe sunsets, Moremi game drives, desert pans, baobab landscapes, Kalahari silence, safari lodges, bush camps, and some of the most unforgettable wildlife experiences in southern Africa.

Whether you are headed to Maun, the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Kasane, Gaborone, the Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan, the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the Tuli Block, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, or a longer safari road trip, your phone and travel tech are going to matter.

You may be using your phone for safari photos, lodge confirmations, flight details, rental car information, road-trip navigation, park entry details, maps, WhatsApp messages, tour confirmations, camera charging, eSIM setup, sunrise alarms, weather checks, hotel details, and keeping your travel group organized.

And that is exactly why your charging setup matters.

Botswana uses 230V electricity and a 50Hz frequency. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also appear depending on the property, region, or source you check.

The good news is that Botswana is not too complicated once you understand the basics. The country uses higher-voltage electricity than places like the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan, and the plug shape is different from what many travelers use at home.

The big thing to understand is this: a plug adapter only changes the shape of the plug. It does not change the voltage.

That matters most if you are packing hair tools, steamers, electric razors, heating pads, travel kettles, or anything that is not dual-voltage.

This guide breaks it all down clearly, so you know exactly what to pack for Botswana based on where you are traveling from — no guessing, no frying your favorite hair tool, and no realizing too late that your safari lodge, bush camp, city hotel, guesthouse, apartment, or remote road-trip stop has fewer convenient outlets than you expected.

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⚡ Quick Overview: What You Need for Botswana

✔ Plug Adapter

Botswana mainly uses Type M outlets, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

Type M plugs have three large round pins in a triangular pattern. Type D plugs also have three round pins in a triangular pattern, but the pins are smaller. Type G plugs have three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern and are the same general plug style used in the UK.

If you are traveling from the United States, Canada, Mexico, most of Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, much of South America, or many other parts of the world, you will usually need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Because Botswana plug information can vary between Type M, Type D, and Type G depending on the source, it is smart to bring a Botswana-compatible adapter setup that clearly supports Type M and ideally covers Type D and Type G too. Do not assume every universal adapter includes Type M.

✔ Dual-Voltage Electronics

Phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, e-readers, power banks, earbuds, and most modern USB chargers are usually dual-voltage.

Look for small print that says:

Input: 100–240V, 50/60Hz

If your charger says that, it can usually handle Botswana’s voltage. You only need the correct plug adapter if your plug shape does not match.

✔ Single-Voltage Small Appliances May Need a Converter

This is where travelers can get into trouble.

Botswana uses 230V electricity, which is much higher than the standard voltage in countries like the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Japan. Botswana also runs on 50Hz frequency.

If your appliance is labeled only for 110V, 120V, or 127V, do not plug it into a Botswana outlet with only a plug adapter.

This especially matters for:

  • Hair dryers
  • Curling irons
  • Straighteners
  • Steamers
  • Electric shavers
  • Heating pads
  • Travel kettles
  • Any older or cheap charger
  • Any appliance that is not dual-voltage

For hair tools, the easiest solution is usually to pack a dual-voltage travel version or use the lodge or hotel hair dryer if one is available.

✔ Multi-Port USB Charger

A multi-port USB charger is extremely useful in Botswana, especially if you are traveling with a phone, camera, earbuds, smartwatch, tablet, Kindle, portable fan, or multiple rechargeable devices.

Hotel rooms, safari lodges, bush camps, guesthouses, apartments, older properties, and remote stays may not always have as many convenient outlets as you want. A multi-port charger turns one outlet into a much better charging station.

✔ Travel Power Strip

A compact travel power strip can be a huge help in Botswana, especially for couples, families, friend trips, photographers, safari travelers, road-trippers, wildlife travelers, and anyone with multiple devices.

✔ Power Bank

A power bank is worth packing for Botswana.

You may want it for airport days, long-haul flights, Maun arrivals, safari transfers, Okavango Delta travel days, Chobe riverfront outings, Moremi game drives, Kasane connections, Makgadikgadi Pans road trips, Central Kalahari travel days, long lodge transfers, camera-heavy safari days, eSIM use, WhatsApp coordination, and heavy phone-use travel days.

✔ Electronics Organizer

This keeps your adapters, cords, chargers, backup battery, earbuds, camera batteries, memory cards, and little tech pieces from turning into a tangled suitcase mess.

Travel Hack:
A plug adapter + travel power strip + multi-port USB charger gives you a simple charging setup for almost any Botswana hotel room, safari lodge, bush camp, apartment stay, road trip, or longer safari itinerary.

Botswana Electrical Basics

Plug Types Used:

Type M – Three large round pins in a triangular pattern
Type D – Three round pins in a triangular pattern
Type G – Three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern

Type M is the main outlet type travelers should be ready for in Botswana, but Type D and Type G may also be listed or found in some places. The safest approach is to pack an adapter setup that clearly works for Botswana and includes Type M support.

Voltage: 230V

Frequency: 50Hz

✔ Safe With Only an Adapter

These are usually fine if the charger or device is labeled 100–240V:

  • Phones
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • Cameras
  • Power banks
  • E-readers / Kindles
  • Bluetooth headphones / earbuds
  • Smartwatches
  • Most modern USB chargers

Not Always Safe

Be more careful with:

  • Hair dryers
  • Curling irons
  • Straighteners
  • Steamers
  • Heating pads
  • Electric kettles
  • Electric razors
  • Cheap or older chargers
  • Any appliance that is not dual-voltage

Botswana is fairly straightforward from a voltage standpoint because the country uses a standard higher-voltage system. The main complication is plug shape. Type M is the main plug type to plan around, but travelers may also see Type D or Type G referenced for Botswana, so it is better not to rely on one random adapter unless you know it covers the outlet types you need.

A normal phone or laptop charger that says 100–240V is usually fine with the right adapter. A single-voltage appliance is where you need to be much more careful.

Check the Voltage Label Before You Pack

Look at the small print on each charger or device:

“100–240V” → Safe in Botswana.
You only need a plug adapter if the plug shape does not fit.

“110V,” “120V,” or “127V only” → Not safe with only a plug adapter.
You need a voltage converter, a dual-voltage replacement, or you should leave it at home.

“220V,” “230V,” or “240V only” → Usually compatible with Botswana’s voltage.
You may still need a plug adapter if the plug shape does not match.

Because Botswana uses 230V power, travelers from lower-voltage countries should be especially careful with single-voltage heat tools and small appliances.

Frequency Note

Botswana uses 50Hz.

That matches many countries in Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania, and parts of South America. It is different from the 60Hz used in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and much of the Americas.

For phones, laptops, cameras, tablets, and most USB-powered electronics, this usually is not an issue. Motor-based or heat-based appliances are the ones more likely to be affected.

Consistency

Botswana’s electrical setup is fairly consistent for voltage and frequency.

The standard voltage is 230V, and the frequency is 50Hz. Plug shape is the part travelers should pay attention to most carefully because Type M is the main plug type, while Type D and Type G may also be referenced or found in some settings.

The main thing is knowing whether your device is dual-voltage. If your electronics say 100–240V, you are usually fine with the right adapter. If your appliance is single-voltage and made for 110–120V countries, do not assume it is safe in Botswana.

Outlet placement can still vary in hotels, safari lodges, bush camps, guesthouses, apartments, older buildings, and remote accommodations. Even if your plug and voltage are handled, you may still want a simple charging setup so you are not fighting over one awkward outlet near the bed.

Traveling around Southern Africa too?

Botswana uses 230V power at 50Hz, but not every Southern Africa itinerary is identical from a plug-planning standpoint.

If you are combining Botswana with South Africa, Namibia, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Kenya, Tanzania, the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, or a longer safari-and-beach itinerary, do not assume one setup covers every stop perfectly.

A universal adapter is the easiest baseline, but it is still smart to check every country on your itinerary before you leave.

⚡ Quick Jump to Your Region

🌎 North America

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🇺🇸 United States

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A/B.

Vs. Botswana: Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. U.S. travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Most phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and USB chargers are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances, especially hair tools, steamers, heating pads, travel kettles, and anything that heats up. Botswana’s voltage is much higher than standard U.S. voltage, so do not plug U.S.-only appliances into a Botswana outlet with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

🇨🇦 Canada

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A/B.

Vs. Botswana: Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Canadian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Most modern travel electronics are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Botswana’s 230V power is much higher than Canadian household voltage.

What to pack:

🇲🇽 Mexico

Home: 127V, 60 Hz, Type A/B.

Vs. Botswana: Mexico uses lower-voltage 127V power and Type A/B plugs, while Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Mexican travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Most modern electronics are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 127V appliances because Botswana’s 230V power is significantly higher.

What to pack:

🇬🇱 Greenland

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C/E/F/K.

Vs. Botswana: Greenland’s voltage and frequency are close to Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz power, but Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, while Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Greenland travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Most modern electronics are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana, but you still need the correct plug fit, and you should always check the label before packing.

What to pack:

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🌎 Central America & Caribbean

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🔌 110–127V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Botswana’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries are used to a lower-voltage electrical system, but Botswana uses 230V power. That means plug shape and voltage both matter.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Most travelers will need a Botswana plug adapter
➡️ Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places
➡️ Single-voltage 110–127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter

🇧🇿 Belize

Home: 110V / 220V mix, 60 Hz, Type A / B / G.

Vs. Botswana: Belize travelers will need to pay attention to both plug shape and voltage. Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

If your device uses Type A, Type B, or Type G, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are usually fine with the right plug setup.

For single-voltage appliances from Belize, check the label carefully. A 110V appliance is not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter. A 220–240V appliance may be voltage-compatible, but you should still check frequency-sensitive devices carefully.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇨🇷 Costa Rica

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Costa Rica uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power, while Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Costa Rican travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Most phones, laptops, tablets, cameras, and USB chargers are fine with an adapter if they say 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Botswana’s 230V power is much higher.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇸🇻 El Salvador

Home: 115V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: El Salvador uses Type A and Type B plugs with lower-voltage power, while Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz electricity. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

Salvadoran travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern electronics are fine if they say 100–240V, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇬🇹 Guatemala

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Guatemala uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Guatemalan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana.

Botswana’s voltage is also much higher than Guatemala’s. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances need caution and should not be used with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇭🇳 Honduras

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Honduras uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power. Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

Honduran travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern travel electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V, but be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because Botswana’s voltage is much higher.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇳🇮 Nicaragua

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Nicaragua uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Nicaraguan travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Botswana’s 230V power is much higher than Nicaragua’s 120V system. Dual-voltage electronics are fine with an adapter. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances should not be used in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇵🇦 Panama

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Panama uses Type A and Type B plugs with 120V power, while Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz electricity. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

Panamanian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇧🇸 Bahamas

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: The Bahamas uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Bahamian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana.

Botswana also uses 230V power, which is much higher than the Bahamas’ 120V system. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage 110–120V appliances need caution.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇧🇧 Barbados

Home: 115V, 50 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Barbados and Botswana use different plug setups. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for in Botswana, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Barbadian travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Botswana uses 230V power, which is much higher than Barbados’ 115V system. The frequency is the same at 50Hz, but voltage still matters. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz. Be more careful with single-voltage or heat-based appliances.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are fine with the right plug setup.

🇨🇺 Cuba

Home: 110V / 220V mix, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C / L.

Vs. Botswana: Cuba has a mixed voltage system, so Cuban travelers should check each device label carefully. Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places.

You should bring a plug adapter for Botswana if your plug shape does not fit. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, but single-voltage appliances need to match Botswana’s higher voltage. A 110V-only appliance is not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇩🇴 Dominican Republic

Home: 110–120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: The Dominican Republic uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Dominican travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana.

Botswana’s voltage is much higher at 230V. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110–120V appliances because they are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇭🇹 Haiti

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Haiti uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Haitian travelers should bring a plug adapter.

Botswana’s 230V power is much higher than Haiti’s 110V system. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Be careful with single-voltage 110V appliances because they are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇯🇲 Jamaica

Home: 110V, 50 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Jamaica and Botswana use different plug setups. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for in Botswana, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Jamaican travelers need a plug adapter.

Botswana also uses 230V power, which is much higher than Jamaica’s 110V system. The frequency is the same at 50Hz, but voltage is still the bigger issue. Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are usually fine. Be more careful with older, motor-based, heat-based, or single-voltage appliances.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V, 50/60Hz are fine with the right plug setup.

🇹🇹 Trinidad and Tobago

Home: 115V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Trinidad and Tobago uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Travelers from Trinidad and Tobago should bring a plug adapter.

Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Botswana’s 230V power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine with a plug adapter only
➡️ Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana
➡️ Plug shape still matters because Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, while Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places
➡️ Frequency-sensitive appliances should still be checked if they are 60Hz-only

🇦🇬 Antigua and Barbuda

Home: 230V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Antigua and Barbuda uses Type A and Type B plugs, while Botswana uses different outlet types. Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, but Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places. Travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana.

The voltage is generally compatible, but the frequency is different. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right adapter. For single-voltage 230V appliances, check whether the device can handle 50Hz if it is motor-based or frequency-sensitive.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇩🇲 Dominica

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Dominica uses Type G plugs. Botswana also may have Type G outlets in some places, but Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, and Type D may also be listed or found. Dominican travelers should still bring a Botswana-compatible plug adapter instead of assuming every outlet will fit Type G.

The voltage and frequency are generally compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but you should still check each device label before packing.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇬🇩 Grenada

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Grenada uses Type G plugs. Botswana may have Type G outlets in some places, but Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for, and Type D may also be listed or found. Grenadian travelers should bring a Botswana-compatible plug adapter.

The voltage and frequency are generally compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but you should still check the label before packing.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V do not need a voltage converter.

🇰🇳 Saint Kitts and Nevis

Home: 230V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / G / D.

Vs. Botswana: Saint Kitts and Nevis has a mixed plug setup. Botswana also has a mixed plug situation, with Type M as the main plug type travelers should be ready for, while Type D and Type G may also be listed or found in some places. Travelers may need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already has a compatible plug for the outlet available.

Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right plug setup. Single-voltage 220–240V appliances may be voltage-compatible, but check frequency-sensitive items carefully because Botswana uses 50Hz.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇱🇨 Saint Lucia

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / G.

Vs. Botswana: Saint Lucia has a mixed plug setup. Botswana also has a mixed plug situation, with Type M as the main plug type travelers should be ready for, while Type D and Type G may also be listed or found in some places. Saint Lucian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already has a compatible plug for the outlet available.

Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power, so the voltage and frequency are generally compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but the plug shape still needs to be handled if your device does not match the outlet available.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / G.

Vs. Botswana: Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has a mixed plug setup. Botswana also has a mixed plug situation, with Type M as the main plug type travelers should be ready for, while Type D and Type G may also be listed or found in some places. Travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already has a compatible plug for the outlet available.

Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power, so the voltage and frequency are generally compatible. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right plug setup, and many 220–240V appliances should be voltage-compatible, but you still need the right plug shape.

What to pack:

💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

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🌎 South America

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🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Botswana’s 230V power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine with a plug adapter only
➡️ Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana
➡️ Plug shape still matters because Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets
➡️ Frequency-sensitive appliances should still be checked if they are 60Hz-only

🇦🇷 Argentina

Home: 220–240V, 50 Hz, Type C / I.

Vs. Botswana: Argentina and Botswana both use higher-voltage power. Botswana runs on 230V, 50Hz power and uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Argentinian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana’s power system, but the plug shape is different.

What to pack:

🇧🇴 Bolivia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / C.

Vs. Botswana: Bolivia uses higher-voltage 230V, 50Hz power, which is generally compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system. The plug shape is the main issue because Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Bolivian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right adapter, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

What to pack:

🇨🇱 Chile

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / L.

Vs. Botswana: Chile and Botswana both use higher-voltage power at 50Hz. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V power.

Chilean travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana’s 230V power.

What to pack:

🇵🇾 Paraguay

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Paraguay uses 220V / 50Hz power and Type C plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets with 230V, 50Hz power.

Paraguayan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana, but plug shape and grounding still need to be checked.

What to pack:

🇵🇪 Peru

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Botswana: Peru uses 220V power, while Botswana uses 230V power. The plug shape is different because Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets, and the frequency is different because Botswana uses 50Hz.

Peruvian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only appliances should be checked carefully.

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🇺🇾 Uruguay

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / I / L.

Vs. Botswana: Uruguay and Botswana both use higher-voltage 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz power.

Uruguayan travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🔌 110–127V / 60 Hz or Mixed-Voltage Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Botswana’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries are used to lower-voltage power, but Botswana uses 230V. That means voltage matters, not just plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 110–127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter
➡️ Plug shape still matters because Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets

🇨🇴 Colombia

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Colombia uses lower-voltage 110V power and Type A / B plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz power.

Colombian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 110V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🇪🇨 Ecuador

Home: 120–127V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Ecuador uses lower-voltage 120–127V power and Type A / B plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz power.

Ecuadorian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 120–127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🇧🇷 Brazil

Home: 127V / 220V mix, 60 Hz, Type N.

Vs. Botswana: Brazil uses mixed 127V / 220V power and mainly Type N plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz power.

Brazilian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter. Single-voltage 220V appliances may be voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive devices should still be checked carefully because Botswana uses 50Hz.

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💡 Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug setup.

🇬🇾 Guyana

Home: 120V / 240V mix, 60 Hz, Type A / B / D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Guyana has a mixed-voltage system, while Botswana uses 230V, 50Hz power and Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Guyanese travelers may not need a plug adapter if their device already uses a compatible Type D or Type G plug, but should bring one if their device uses Type A or Type B. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage appliances need to be checked carefully: 120V-only appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter, while 220–240V appliances may be voltage-compatible.

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🇸🇷 Suriname

Home: 127V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Botswana: Suriname uses lower-voltage 127V power and Type A / B / C plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz power.

Surinamese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🇻🇪 Venezuela

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Venezuela uses lower-voltage 120V power and Type A / B plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V, 50Hz electricity.

Venezuelan travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🌏 Oceania

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🔌 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

✅ Botswana-Compatible Adapter Required for Type I Plugs

Botswana uses 230V electricity and 50Hz frequency, so travelers from most Oceania countries already use compatible voltage.

The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Botswana mainly uses Type M outlets
➡️ Type D and Type G outlets may also be listed or found in some places
➡️ Type I plugs do not fit Botswana’s Type M, Type D, or Type G outlets
➡️ Travelers using Type I plugs need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter
➡️ Do not assume every universal adapter includes Type M
➡️ A voltage converter is not needed for devices rated 220–240V or 100–240V

🇦🇺 Australia

Home: 230V, often 240V in practice, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Australia and Botswana use compatible higher-voltage electricity with the same 50Hz frequency, so Australian devices do not need a voltage converter.

Australia uses Type I plugs, while Botswana mainly uses Type M outlets. Type D and Type G may also be found or listed.

Australian travelers need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter that clearly supports Type M.

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🇫🇯 Fiji

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Fiji’s 240V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Fiji uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s Type M, Type D, or Type G outlets.

Travelers from Fiji need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇳🇿 New Zealand

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: New Zealand and Botswana use the same 230V electricity and 50Hz frequency, so New Zealand devices do not need a voltage converter.

New Zealand uses Type I plugs, while Botswana mainly uses Type M outlets.

Travelers from New Zealand need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇵🇬 Papua New Guinea

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Papua New Guinea’s 240V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Papua New Guinea uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Papua New Guinea need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇸🇧 Solomon Islands

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type I; some Type G.

Vs. Botswana: The Solomon Islands and Botswana use compatible voltage and the same 50Hz frequency.

Type I plugs need a Botswana-compatible adapter. A Type G plug may fit where a Type G outlet is available, but Type M is the main plug type travelers should be ready for in Botswana.

Travelers from the Solomon Islands should bring an adapter setup that clearly supports Type M rather than relying only on possible Type G availability.

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🇹🇴 Tonga

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Tonga’s 240V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Tonga uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Tonga need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇼🇸 Samoa

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Samoa and Botswana use the same 230V electricity and 50Hz frequency.

Samoa uses Type I plugs, while Botswana mainly uses Type M outlets.

Travelers from Samoa need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇹🇻 Tuvalu

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Tuvalu and Botswana use the same 230V electricity and 50Hz frequency.

Tuvalu uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Tuvalu need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇻🇺 Vanuatu

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Vanuatu’s 220V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Vanuatu uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Vanuatu need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇰🇮 Kiribati

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Kiribati’s 240V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Kiribati uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Kiribati need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇳🇷 Nauru

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type I.

Vs. Botswana: Nauru’s 240V, 50Hz electrical system is compatible with Botswana’s 230V, 50Hz system.

Nauru uses Type I plugs, which do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Nauru need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇵🇫 French Polynesia

Home: 110V / 220V mix, 60 / 50 Hz, Type A / B / E.

Vs. Botswana: French Polynesia has mixed voltage and frequency, while Botswana uses 230V electricity with 50Hz frequency.

Type A, Type B, and Type E plugs do not fit Botswana’s Type M, Type D, or Type G outlets.

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are fine with the correct adapter. Single-voltage 110V or 120V appliances need a step-down voltage converter. Devices designed for 220–240V are generally voltage-compatible with Botswana.

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🔌 120V / 60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter and Voltage Converter Required for Single-Voltage Appliances

Botswana uses 230V electricity, so travelers from 120V Oceania destinations must check every single-voltage appliance before packing.

Dual-voltage devices labeled 100–240V are safe with the correct Botswana-compatible plug adapter.

Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe on Botswana’s 230V electricity with only a plug adapter.

➡️ Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support required
➡️ Step-down voltage converter required for single-voltage 120V appliances
➡️ Check every charger, hair tool, and heat-producing appliance before packing
➡️ A plug adapter changes the plug shape only — it does not change the voltage
➡️ Do not assume every universal adapter includes Type M

🇲🇭 Marshall Islands

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Travelers from the Marshall Islands are used to lower-voltage electricity than Botswana. Botswana uses 230V power, so single-voltage 120V appliances need a step-down voltage converter.

Type A and Type B plugs do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from the Marshall Islands need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇫🇲 Micronesia

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Micronesia uses 120V electricity, while Botswana uses 230V. Single-voltage 120V appliances need a step-down voltage converter.

Micronesia’s Type A and Type B plugs do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Micronesia need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇵🇼 Palau

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Palau uses lower-voltage power than Botswana. Botswana uses 230V electricity, so single-voltage 120V appliances need a step-down voltage converter.

Palau’s Type A and Type B plugs do not fit Botswana’s outlets.

Travelers from Palau need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🇦🇸 American Samoa

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / F / I.

Vs. Botswana: American Samoa uses lower-voltage electricity than Botswana. Botswana uses 230V power, so single-voltage 120V appliances need a step-down voltage converter.

American Samoa uses Type A, Type B, Type F, and Type I plugs. These plugs do not fit Botswana’s Type M, Type D, or Type G outlets.

Travelers from American Samoa need a Botswana-compatible plug adapter with Type M support.

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🌍 Europe

Political map of Europe showing country names and borders with surrounding seas and oceans labeled

🔌 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Most European travelers are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Botswana’s 230V / 50Hz power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with a plug adapter only
➡️ Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana
➡️ Type D, Type G, or Type M plugs may fit some Botswana outlets, depending on the outlet available
➡️ Type C, E, F, J, K, L, and other European plug types may still need an adapter
➡️ Always check the label on heat-based or motor-based appliances before packing

🇦🇱 Albania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Albania uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Albanian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇩 Andorra

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Andorra uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Andorran travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇹 Austria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Austria uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Austrian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine with the right plug setup, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape.

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🇧🇪 Belgium

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Belgium uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Belgian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇦 Bosnia and Herzegovina

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Bosnia and Herzegovina uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Bosnia and Herzegovina need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇬 Bulgaria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Bulgaria uses Type C/F plugs, while Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets. Both use higher-voltage 50Hz power.

Bulgarian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇭🇷 Croatia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Croatia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Croatian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇿 Czechia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Czechia uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Czech travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇩🇰 Denmark

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / F / K.

Vs. Botswana: Denmark uses several European plug types and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Danish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already uses a plug compatible with the outlet available. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type E, Type F, and Type K plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇪🇪 Estonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Estonia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Estonian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇫🇮 Finland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Finland uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Finnish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇫🇷 France

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: France uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

French travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇩🇪 Germany

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Germany uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

German travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇷 Greece

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Greece uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Greek travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇭🇺 Hungary

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Hungary uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Hungarian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇮🇸 Iceland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Iceland uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Icelandic travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇮🇪 Ireland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Ireland uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Irish travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇮🇹 Italy

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / L.

Vs. Botswana: Italy uses Type C/F/L plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Italian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already uses a plug compatible with the outlet available. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type F, and Type L plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇻 Latvia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Latvia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Latvian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇹 Lithuania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Lithuania uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Lithuanian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Luxembourg uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Luxembourg travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇹 Malta

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Malta uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Maltese travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇲🇩 Moldova

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Moldova uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Moldovan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇨 Monaco

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / F.

Vs. Botswana: Monaco uses Type C/E/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Monaco need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already uses a plug compatible with the outlet available. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type E, and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇪 Montenegro

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Montenegro uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Montenegrin travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇳🇱 Netherlands

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: The Netherlands uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Dutch travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇰 North Macedonia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: North Macedonia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from North Macedonia need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇳🇴 Norway

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Norway uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Norwegian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇵🇱 Poland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Poland uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Polish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇵🇹 Portugal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Portugal uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Portuguese travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇷🇴 Romania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Romania uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Romanian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇷🇺 Russia

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Russia uses Type C/F plugs and 220–230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Russian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇷🇸 Serbia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Serbia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Serbian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇰 Slovakia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Slovakia uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Slovak travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇮 Slovenia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Slovenia uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Slovenian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇪🇸 Spain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Spain uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Spanish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇪 Sweden

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Sweden uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Swedish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇭 Switzerland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / J.

Vs. Botswana: Switzerland uses Type C/J plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Swiss travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type J plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇺🇦 Ukraine

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Ukraine uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Ukrainian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: The United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

UK travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇻🇦 Vatican City

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / L.

Vs. Botswana: Vatican City uses Type C/F/L plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Vatican City need a plug adapter for Botswana unless their device already uses a plug compatible with the outlet available. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type F, and Type L plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🌏 Asia

map of Asia

🔌 220–240V / 50–60 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Most travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Botswana’s 230V / 50Hz power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with a plug adapter only
➡️ Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana
➡️ Type D, Type G, or Type M plugs may fit some Botswana outlets, depending on the outlet available
➡️ Plug shapes vary widely across Asia, so check your plug type before you pack
➡️ Frequency-sensitive appliances should still be checked if they are 60Hz-only

🇦🇫 Afghanistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Afghanistan uses 220V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Afghan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇲 Armenia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Armenia uses 220V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Armenian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇿 Azerbaijan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Azerbaijan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Azerbaijani travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇭 Bahrain

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Bahrain uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Bahraini travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇧🇩 Bangladesh

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / G / K.

Vs. Botswana: Bangladesh uses higher voltage and several plug types. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Bangladeshi travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C or Type K, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇧🇹 Bhutan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / G / M.

Vs. Botswana: Bhutan uses 230V / 50Hz power with Type C/D/G/M plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Bhutanese travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D, Type G, or Type M and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇧🇳 Brunei

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Brunei uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Bruneian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇰🇭 Cambodia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / C / G.

Vs. Botswana: Cambodia uses higher voltage and a mixed plug setup. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Cambodian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Type G plugs may fit where Type G outlets are available, but Type A and Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇨🇳 China

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type A / C / I.

Vs. Botswana: China uses 220V / 50Hz power with Type A/C/I plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Chinese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type A, Type C, and Type I plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇾 Cyprus

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Cyprus uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Cypriot travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇬🇪 Georgia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Georgia uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Georgian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇮🇳 India

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / M.

Vs. Botswana: India uses Type C/D/M plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Indian travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type M. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇮🇩 Indonesia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Indonesia uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Indonesian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇮🇷 Iran

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Iran uses 220V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Iranian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇮🇶 Iraq

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Iraq uses Type C/D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Iraqi travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇮🇱 Israel

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / H.

Vs. Botswana: Israel uses Type C/H plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Israeli travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type H plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇯🇴 Jordan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / G.

Vs. Botswana: Jordan uses Type C/F/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Jordanian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Type G may fit where Type G outlets are available, but Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇰🇿 Kazakhstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Kazakhstan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Kazakh travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇰🇼 Kuwait

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Kuwait uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Kuwaiti travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Kyrgyzstan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Kyrgyz travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇦 Laos

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / C / E / F.

Vs. Botswana: Laos uses 230V / 50Hz power and a mixed plug setup. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Lao travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type A, Type B, Type C, Type E, and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇧 Lebanon

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / G.

Vs. Botswana: Lebanon uses Type C/F/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Lebanese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Type G may fit where Type G outlets are available, but Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇲🇾 Malaysia

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Malaysia uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Malaysian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇲🇻 Maldives

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Maldives uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Maldivian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇲🇳 Mongolia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Mongolia uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Mongolian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇲 Myanmar

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / C / D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Myanmar uses 230V / 50Hz power with several plug types. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Myanmar may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type A, Type B, or Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇳🇵 Nepal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / M.

Vs. Botswana: Nepal uses Type C/D/M plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Nepalese travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type M. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇴🇲 Oman

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Oman uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Omani travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇵🇰 Pakistan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / M.

Vs. Botswana: Pakistan uses Type C/D/M plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Pakistani travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type M. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇵🇭 Philippines

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Botswana: The Philippines uses 220V / 60Hz power, while Botswana uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Filipino travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only devices should be checked carefully. The main issue is plug shape because Type A, Type B, and Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇶🇦 Qatar

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Qatar uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Qatari travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia

Home: 220–240V, 60 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Saudi Arabia uses 220–240V / 60Hz power and Type G plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Saudi travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only devices should be checked carefully because Botswana uses 50Hz.

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🇸🇬 Singapore

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Singapore uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Singaporean travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇰🇷 South Korea

Home: 220V, 60 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: South Korea uses 220V / 60Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

South Korean travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but frequency-sensitive 60Hz-only devices should be checked carefully. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇱🇰 Sri Lanka

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type D / G / M.

Vs. Botswana: Sri Lanka uses Type D/G/M plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Sri Lankan travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D, Type G, or Type M and that outlet is available. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇸🇾 Syria

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / L.

Vs. Botswana: Syria uses Type C/E/L plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Syrian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type E, and Type L plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇯 Tajikistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Tajikistan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Tajik travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇭 Thailand

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / C / F / O.

Vs. Botswana: Thailand uses 220–230V / 50Hz power and several plug types. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Thai travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F, and Type O plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇱 Timor-Leste

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / I.

Vs. Botswana: Timor-Leste uses Type C/F/I plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Timor-Leste should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type F, and Type I plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇷 Turkey

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Turkey uses Type C/F plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Turkish travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇲 Turkmenistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Turkmenistan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Turkmen travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

Home: 220–240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: The United Arab Emirates uses Type G plugs and 220–240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

UAE travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Uzbekistan uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Uzbek travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana’s 230V power. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇻🇳 Vietnam

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Botswana: Vietnam uses 220V / 50Hz power with Type A/B/C plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Vietnamese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type A, Type B, and Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇾🇪 Yemen

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type A / C / D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Yemen uses 230V / 50Hz power with Type A/C/D/G plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Yemeni travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type A or Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🔌 100–120V Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Botswana’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries are used to lower-voltage power, but Botswana uses 230V. That means plug shape and voltage both matter.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics are fine with a plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 100–120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter
➡️ Plug needs depend on the plug shape used at home

🇯🇵 Japan

Home: 100V, 50/60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Japan uses Type A/B plugs and lower voltage. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Japanese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Be careful with single-voltage 100V appliances because they are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🇹🇼 Taiwan

Home: 110V, 60 Hz, Type A / B.

Vs. Botswana: Taiwan uses Type A/B plugs and lower-voltage 110V power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Taiwanese travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage 110V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🌍 Africa

map of Africa

🔌 220–240V / 50 Hz Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter May Be Needed — Voltage Is Usually Compatible

Most travelers from these countries are already used to higher-voltage electrical systems, so Botswana’s 230V / 50Hz power is usually familiar. The main issue is plug shape.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with a plug adapter only
➡️ Many single-voltage 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible with Botswana
➡️ Plug shapes vary across Africa, so check your plug type before you pack
➡️ Type D, Type G, or Type M plugs may fit some Botswana outlets, depending on the outlet available
➡️ Type C, E, F, J, L, N, and other plug types may still need an adapter

🇩🇿 Algeria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Algeria uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type C/F plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Algerian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇦🇴 Angola

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Angola uses 220V / 50Hz power and Type C plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Angolan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇯 Benin

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Benin uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Beninese travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇫 Burkina Faso

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Burkina Faso uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Burkina Faso need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇧🇮 Burundi

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Burundi uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Burundian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇲 Cameroon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Cameroon uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Cameroonian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇫 Central African Republic

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: The Central African Republic uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from the Central African Republic need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇩 Chad

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / F.

Vs. Botswana: Chad uses Type C/E/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Chadian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type E, and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇰🇲 Comoros

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Comoros uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Comoros need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇬 Congo / Republic of the Congo

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Congo uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Congo need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇨🇩 Democratic Republic of the Congo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: The Democratic Republic of the Congo uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from the Democratic Republic of the Congo need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇩🇯 Djibouti

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Djibouti uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Djiboutian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇪🇬 Egypt

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Egypt uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Egyptian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇶 Equatorial Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Equatorial Guinea uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Equatorial Guinea need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇪🇷 Eritrea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Eritrea uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Eritrean travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇿 Eswatini / Swaziland

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type M.

Vs. Botswana: Eswatini uses Type M plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Eswatini will not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type M. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇪🇹 Ethiopia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / L.

Vs. Botswana: Ethiopia uses Type C/F/L plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Ethiopian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type F, and Type L plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇦 Gabon

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Gabon uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Gabonese travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇲 Gambia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: The Gambia uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Gambian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇬🇭 Ghana

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Ghana uses Type D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Ghanaian travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, bring a Botswana-compatible adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇬🇳 Guinea

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: Guinea uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Guinea need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇬🇼 Guinea-Bissau

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Guinea-Bissau uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Guinea-Bissau need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇰🇪 Kenya

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Kenya uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Kenyan travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇱🇸 Lesotho

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type M.

Vs. Botswana: Lesotho uses Type M plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Lesotho will not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type M. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇱🇾 Libya

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / L.

Vs. Botswana: Libya uses Type C/F/L plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Libyan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C, Type F, and Type L plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇼 Malawi

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Malawi uses Type G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Malawian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but travelers should still check device labels before packing.

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🇲🇱 Mali

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Mali uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Malian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇷 Mauritania

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Mauritania uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Mauritanian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇺 Mauritius

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E / G.

Vs. Botswana: Mauritius uses Type C/E/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Mauritian travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇲🇦 Morocco

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Morocco uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Moroccan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇲🇿 Mozambique

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F / M.

Vs. Botswana: Mozambique uses Type C/F/M plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Mozambican travelers will not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type M. If your device uses Type C or Type F, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇳🇦 Namibia

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type D / M.

Vs. Botswana: Namibia and Botswana both use higher-voltage 50Hz power. Botswana uses 230V / 50Hz power and Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets.

Namibian travelers will not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type M. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, or if you want to be prepared for Type G outlets too, bring a Botswana-compatible plug adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇳🇪 Niger

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Niger uses Type C/E plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Niger need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇳🇬 Nigeria

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Nigeria uses Type D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Nigerian travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, bring a Botswana-compatible adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇷🇼 Rwanda

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / J.

Vs. Botswana: Rwanda uses Type C/J plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Rwandan travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type J plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇹 São Tomé and Príncipe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / F.

Vs. Botswana: São Tomé and Príncipe uses Type C/F plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from São Tomé and Príncipe need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type F plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇳 Senegal

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / E.

Vs. Botswana: Senegal uses Type C/D/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Senegalese travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C or Type E, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇸🇨 Seychelles

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Seychelles uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from Seychelles may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇸🇱 Sierra Leone

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Sierra Leone uses Type D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Sierra Leonean travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, bring a Botswana-compatible adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇸🇴 Somalia

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C / G.

Vs. Botswana: Somalia uses Type C/G plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Somali travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Type G may fit where Type G outlets are available, but Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇿🇦 South Africa

Home: 220–230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / M / N.

Vs. Botswana: South Africa uses 220–230V / 50Hz power and Type C/D/M/N plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

South African travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type M. If your device uses Type C or Type N, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The voltage is familiar, but the plug shape still needs to be checked carefully.

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🇸🇸 South Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: South Sudan uses Type C plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Travelers from South Sudan need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇸🇩 Sudan

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D.

Vs. Botswana: Sudan uses Type C/D plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Sudanese travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇹🇿 Tanzania

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Tanzania uses Type D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Tanzanian travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, bring a Botswana-compatible adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇹🇬 Togo

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type C.

Vs. Botswana: Togo uses Type C plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Togolese travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇹🇳 Tunisia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Tunisia uses Type C/E plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Tunisian travelers need a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible. The main issue is plug shape because Type C and Type E plugs will not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets without an adapter.

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🇺🇬 Uganda

Home: 240V, 50 Hz, Type G.

Vs. Botswana: Uganda uses Type G plugs and 240V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Ugandan travelers may be able to use Type G outlets where available in Botswana, but should still bring a Botswana-compatible adapter because Type D and Type M outlets may also appear. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible, but plug shape can still vary by outlet.

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🇿🇲 Zambia

Home: 230V, 50 Hz, Type C / D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Zambia uses Type C/D/G plugs and 230V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Zambian travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device uses Type C, you should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🇿🇼 Zimbabwe

Home: 220V, 50 Hz, Type D / G.

Vs. Botswana: Zimbabwe uses Type D/G plugs and 220V / 50Hz power. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Zimbabwean travelers may not need a plug adapter for Botswana if their device already uses Type D or Type G and that outlet is available. If your device plug does not match the outlet available, bring a Botswana-compatible adapter. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine, and many 220–240V appliances are voltage-compatible.

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🔌 120V or Mixed-Voltage Countries

⚠️ Plug Adapter Needed — Be Careful With Botswana’s Higher Voltage

Travelers from these countries may use lower-voltage or mixed-voltage systems, but Botswana uses 230V. That means voltage and plug shape both matter.

➡️ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V are fine with the right plug adapter
➡️ Single-voltage 110–120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter
➡️ Mixed-voltage countries require extra label-checking
➡️ Plug shape still matters because Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets

🇱🇷 Liberia

Home: 120V, 60 Hz, Type A / B / C.

Vs. Botswana: Liberia uses 120V / 60Hz power with Type A/B/C plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Liberian travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Most modern electronics are fine if labeled 100–240V. Single-voltage 120V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter.

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🇲🇬 Madagascar

Home: 127V / 220V mix, 50 Hz, Type C / E.

Vs. Botswana: Madagascar has a mixed-voltage system and uses Type C/E plugs. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and 230V / 50Hz power.

Madagascan travelers should bring a plug adapter for Botswana. Dual-voltage electronics are usually fine. Single-voltage appliances need to be checked carefully: 127V appliances are not safe in Botswana with only a plug adapter, while 220V appliances may be voltage-compatible.

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✅ Universal Packing Checklist

Use this checklist no matter where you’re traveling from. Adjust only adapter vs converter based on your home country, plug type, and the devices you personally plan to bring.

Essential Power Gear

  • Plug adapter — especially useful if you are traveling from outside the Type D / Type G / Type M plug world or combining Botswana with Namibia, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola, Kenya, Tanzania, the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, Europe, or a longer safari / Southern Africa / Indian Ocean itinerary
  • Travel power strip
  • Multi-port USB charger
  • Power bank, especially for airport days, long-haul flights, Maun arrivals, safari transfers, Okavango Delta travel days, mokoro outing days, Moremi game drives, Chobe riverfront outings, Kasane connections, Makgadikgadi Pans road trips, Nxai Pan travel days, Central Kalahari travel days, Tuli Block stays, Khama Rhino Sanctuary visits, lodge transfers, camera-heavy safari days, eSIM use, WhatsApp coordination, and heavy phone-use travel days

Conditional — Only If Needed

Plug adapter

Required if your home plug does not fit Botswana’s Type D, Type G, or Type M outlets.

Voltage converter

Required only if you bring a single-voltage appliance or specialty device that does not match Botswana’s 230V power.

Organization & Protection

Quick Safety Check

Look for “100–240V” printed on chargers and devices. Botswana uses Type D, Type G, and Type M outlets and operates on 230V, 50Hz.

For travelers from countries with 100–127V power:

✔ Plug adapter usually needed
⚠ Voltage converter may be needed if you bring a single-voltage 100–127V appliance

For travelers from 220–240V countries:

✔ Plug adapter may be needed unless your plug already fits the outlet available
✔ Voltage converter usually not needed for voltage-compatible 220–240V devices
⚠ Frequency-sensitive devices should still be checked if they are not rated for 50Hz

For everyone:

✔ Dual-voltage electronics labeled 100–240V usually only need the right plug adapter
⚠ Single-voltage appliances need extra checking because Botswana uses 230V power

🎒 Final Tips for Botswana

For travelers from the United States, Canada, Mexico, Japan, Taiwan, and other lower-voltage countries, Botswana is not as simple as just packing a plug adapter and forgetting about it. Botswana uses 230V power, so you will usually need an adapter, and single-voltage 100–127V appliances are not safe with only a plug adapter.

For travelers from India, Nepal, Pakistan, South Africa, Namibia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Sri Lanka, and other Type D / Type M or 220–240V countries, Botswana’s voltage may feel familiar and some plug shapes may already match. You may not need a plug adapter if your device already uses a compatible Type D or Type M plug, but you should still check the voltage label carefully before you pack.

For travelers from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Malta, Singapore, Malaysia, Kenya, Uganda, the UAE, Qatar, and other Type G countries, Botswana can be a little confusing because some sources and properties may list Type G outlets, while Type D and Type M may also appear. Bring a Botswana-compatible adapter so you are not relying on one outlet style being available everywhere.

For travelers from Europe, much of Asia, much of Africa, Oceania, and many 220–240V countries, Botswana’s voltage will feel familiar, but the plug shape may not. If your device does not already use Type D, Type G, or Type M, assume you need an adapter for Botswana.

For travelers from countries that use Type A/B, Type C, Type E, Type F, Type I, Type N, Type J, Type K, Type L, or other plug types, assume you need an adapter for Botswana unless you already know your exact plug fits the outlet available.

Adapters change plug shape, not voltage. If your device does not match Botswana’s 230V power and is not dual-voltage, a plug adapter alone does not solve the problem.

Botswana’s setup is easy once you know the two big rules: 230V power and Botswana-compatible plug shape. That means your phone charger is probably fine if it says 100–240V, but your hair dryer, curling iron, straightener, steamer, kettle, or heating pad needs more attention.

Outlet voltage is generally straightforward in Botswana, which makes it simpler than countries with heavily mixed-voltage systems. The main risk is bringing a single-voltage appliance from a lower-voltage country and assuming a plug adapter is enough.

Outlets can still be limited. Hotels, safari lodges, bush camps, guesthouses, apartments, older buildings, remote stays, and longer safari itineraries may not always have enough conveniently placed outlets near the bed, desk, mirror, or luggage area. A travel power strip makes charging much easier.

USB ports are not guaranteed. Do not assume your hotel room, airport gate, transfer van, safari vehicle, tour vehicle, rental apartment, guesthouse, lodge, bush camp, or bedside lamp will have built-in USB charging.

Hair tools are still the biggest risk. If yours is not dual-voltage and does not match Botswana’s 230V power, either bring the correct voltage converter, use hotel-provided tools, buy or borrow a local-compatible option, or switch to a dual-voltage travel version.

Power banks are incredibly useful. Long-haul flights, airport delays, Maun arrivals, safari transfers, Okavango Delta travel days, mokoro outing days, Moremi game drives, Chobe riverfront outings, Kasane connections, Makgadikgadi Pans road trips, Nxai Pan travel days, Central Kalahari travel days, Tuli Block stays, Khama Rhino Sanctuary visits, wildlife photography days, eSIM use, WhatsApp coordination, and heavy photo/video days can drain your phone fast.

Botswana’s power setup is manageable once you know what you are dealing with. The main things to remember are Type D, Type G, and Type M outlet possibilities, 230V power, and 50Hz frequency. Once your charging setup is ready, you are set for Maun, the Okavango Delta, Moremi Game Reserve, Chobe National Park, Kasane, Gaborone, the Makgadikgadi Pans, Nxai Pan, the Central Kalahari Game Reserve, the Tuli Block, Khama Rhino Sanctuary, and all those unforgettable Botswana travel moments.

Power outages are not something most travelers build a trip around, but occasional interruptions can happen anywhere. Devices with batteries like phones, laptops, Kindles, cameras, and power banks make that much less annoying when they do.

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