From Democratic Republic of the Congo to French Polynesia
When travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo to French Polynesia: Good news: all your Democratic Republic of the Congo plug types fit in French Polynesia. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
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: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
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).
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Democratic Republic of the Congo plug work in French Polynesia?
- Yes. Every Democratic Republic of the Congo plug type (Type C, Type E) fits in French Polynesia sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does French Polynesia use?
- French Polynesia uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for French Polynesia when travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- French Polynesia runs on 230V, the same as Democratic Republic of the Congo. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in French Polynesia the same as Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Frequency in French Polynesia is 60Hz, while Democratic Republic of the Congo uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.