From Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Vanuatu
All plugs match
When travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands to Vanuatu: Good news: all your Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug types fit in Vanuatu. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Cocos (Keeling) Islands
VanuatuYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Vanuatu
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Vanuatu: 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 Vanuatu
Vanuatu runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian/NZ standard.
Grid & history
UNELCO supplies several islands; diesel dominates with growing solar and small hydro.
Availability
Reliable in Port Vila; outer islands have variable supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Renewables40%
Fossil60%
Solar and small hydro significant in the mix.
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 Vanuatu?
- Yes. Every Cocos (Keeling) Islands plug type (Type I) fits in Vanuatu sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Vanuatu use?
- Vanuatu uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Vanuatu when travelling from Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Vanuatu runs on 230V, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Vanuatu the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Frequency in Vanuatu is 50Hz, the same as Cocos (Keeling) Islands.