From Saint Barthélemy to French Polynesia
When travelling from Saint Barthélemy to French Polynesia: Good news: all your Saint Barthélemy plug types fit in French Polynesia. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Saint Barthélemy
French PolynesiaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
Fits
Accepted in French Polynesia
Type C
Type E
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • French Polynesia: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in French Polynesia
French Polynesia (including Tahiti) is 230V/60Hz with Type C and E sockets. French electrical standards at North American frequency.
Grid & history
EDT Engie supplies Tahiti and the main archipelagos from heavy fuel oil with significant hydropower (Marquesas) and growing solar.
Availability
Reliable on Tahiti and other inhabited islands.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is 230V; frequency is 60Hz (unusual for a 230V country).