Western Sahara
In the Western Sahara, power plugs and sockets (outlets) of type C and type F are used. The standard voltage is 230 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.
- No, you don't need a power plug travel adapter in the Western Sahara.
- Be extra careful with certain devices because of the difference in frequency.
Do your power plugs fit in the Western Sahara?
In the Western Sahara, they use power sockets (outlets) of type C and F. In Saint Martin, you have plugs C and E. Your plugs fit into the power sockets in the Western Sahara. You don't need a power plug adapter.
- Check your devices with plug E. Some older plugs might be completely round and will not fit in socket type F. In that case you still need a power plug adapter.
- Plugs E fit into sockets type C, but lack grounding.
Buy a power plug (travel) adapter
We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon, where you will find a great selection of travel adapters. If you travel a lot, consider buying a world travel adapter that fits multiple sockets. It will come in handy when you go abroad again.
Voltage converter needed in the Western Sahara?
The standard voltage in the Western Sahara (230 V) matches more or less the voltage level your devices typically operate at in Saint Martin (220 V). Manufacturers take these small deviations into account. But be aware that the frequency in the Western Sahara differs.
- You don't need a voltage converter in the Western Sahara.
- Be careful with the difference in frequency.
To be sure, check the label on your devices. Some devices never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the device can be used in every country in the world. This is common for devices with chargers like tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc. For these devices you will only need a power plug adapter.
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