From Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Tuvalu
All plugs match
When travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Tuvalu: Good news: all your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug types fit in Tuvalu. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
TuvaluYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Tuvalu
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Tuvalu: I
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Tuvalu
Tuvalu uses 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
Grid & history
TEC operates the small grid; significant donor-funded solar means renewables are an unusually large share.
Availability
Reliable on Funafuti.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Renewables50%
Fossil50%
Solar penetration is unusually high for a small island state.
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug work in Tuvalu?
- Yes. Every Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug type (Type I) fits in Tuvalu sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Tuvalu use?
- Tuvalu uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Tuvalu when travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Tuvalu runs on 230V, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Tuvalu the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Frequency in Tuvalu is 50Hz, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands.