From Cook Islands to French Polynesia
When travelling from Cook Islands to French Polynesia: None of your Cook Islands plug types fit in French Polynesia. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (240V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Cook Islands
French PolynesiaYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in French Polynesia
Type C
Type E
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • French Polynesia: C, E
No fit for: I
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
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 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 Cook Islands plug work in French Polynesia?
- No. None of your Cook Islands plugs (Type I) fit in French Polynesia sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel 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 Cook Islands?
- French Polynesia runs on 230V, while Cook Islands uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in French Polynesia the same as Cook Islands?
- Frequency in French Polynesia is 60Hz, while Cook Islands uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.