Power Plugs and Sockets in Belarus - Do You Need an Adapter?

In Belarus, the plug types used are C and F. The voltage is 220 V with a frequency of 50Hz. On the other hand, in Sierra Leone, the plug types used are D and G. The voltage in Sierra Leone is 230 V with a frequency of 50Hz.

Type C

Type F

What are the plugs like in Belarus?

In Belarus, the predominant plug types are C and F. If you are coming from Sierra Leone, then your devices are of type D or G.

For this reason, you will need an adapter, as the plugs in Belarus are not compatible with the devices from Sierra Leone and you will not be able to use your devices.

Do I need a voltage and frequency converter to travel to Belarus?

It is important to know that in Belarus the electrical voltage is 220 V, with a frequency of 50Hz. In Sierra Leone, the electrical voltage is 230 V and the frequency is 50Hz.

For this reason, you will not need a voltage converter to use your devices from Sierra Leone in Belarus.

Regardless of whether you need a voltage converter or not, you need a plug adapter, because the plug types are different in Belarus.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below we will answer some of the most common questions asked by travelers going to Belarus.

Can I charge my iPhone or Android mobile device in Belarus?

If you are travelling from Sierra Leone to Belarus, you will need an adapter to charge your iPhone or Android mobile device. While it is true that nowadays these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, it should be remembered that both countries have incompatible plug types, so you will need an adapter in Belarus to charge your iPhone or Android.

Can I plug in my laptop charger in Belarus?

If you are travelling from Sierra Leone to Belarus, you will need an adapter to charge your laptop. Generally, these devices are designed to work with wide ranges of voltage and frequency, but it should be remembered that Sierra Leone and Belarus have incompatible plug types, so an adapter is necessary to charge your laptop in Belarus.

Can I use my hair dryer or straightener in Belarus?

Yes, with respect to voltage and frequency, you will be able to use devices such as your hair dryer or hair straightener in Belarus without any problems.

However, since the plugs in Belarus and Sierra Leone are not compatible, you will need a plug adapter to be able to use the hair straightener and hair dryer.

What happens if I connect a 230 V device to a 220 V socket without an adapter?

Fortunately, most devices can operate with a small voltage difference. Therefore, you will not have any problem connecting a 230 V device to a 220 V socket in Belarus without a voltage adapter. The worst that can happen is that the device will heat up slightly.