From Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Cook Islands
When travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) to Cook Islands: None of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug types fit in Cook Islands. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 240V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 240V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)
Cook IslandsYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Cook Islands
Type I
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Cook Islands: I
No fit for: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 240V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
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 Cook Islands
Cook Islands runs on 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets. NZ standard, reflecting the free-association relationship with New Zealand.
Grid & history
Te Aponga Uira supplies Rarotonga from diesel with significant solar additions.
Availability
Reliable on Rarotonga.
Sockets & hotels
Type I. NZ plugs fit.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A New Zealand Type I adapter works directly.
- Voltage is 240V, the high end of the European range, and modern chargers handle it.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plug work in Cook Islands?
- No. None of your Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Cook Islands sockets (Type I), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Cook Islands use?
- Cook Islands uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Cook Islands when travelling from Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Cook Islands runs on 240V, while Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast) uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 240V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Cook Islands the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast)?
- Frequency in Cook Islands is 50Hz, the same as Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast).