From American Samoa to Cocos (Keeling) Islands
When travelling from American Samoa to Cocos (Keeling) Islands: None of your American Samoa plug types fit in Cocos (Keeling) Islands. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (120V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
American Samoa
Cocos (Keeling) IslandsYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Type I
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Cocos (Keeling) Islands: I
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian standard.
Grid & history
A tiny diesel-and-solar hybrid grid.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- An Australian Type I adapter works without modification.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my American Samoa plug work in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- No. None of your American Samoa plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Cocos (Keeling) Islands sockets (Type I), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Cocos (Keeling) Islands use?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Cocos (Keeling) Islands when travelling from American Samoa?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands runs on 230V, while American Samoa uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands the same as American Samoa?
- Frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 50Hz, while American Samoa uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.