From China to Christmas Island
Some plugs match
When travelling from China to Christmas Island: Some of your China plug types fit in Christmas Island (I). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
China
Christmas IslandYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Christmas Island
Type I
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, I • Christmas Island: I
No fit for: A
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Christmas Island
Christmas Island uses 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian standard.
Grid & history
A small diesel grid powering the port and the residential settlement.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Renewables1%
Fossil99%
Practical tips
- An Australian Type I adapter works without modification.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my China plug work in Christmas Island?
- Partly. Some of your China plug types (Type I) fit Christmas Island sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Christmas Island use?
- Christmas Island uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Christmas Island when travelling from China?
- Christmas Island runs on 230V, the same as China. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Christmas Island the same as China?
- Frequency in Christmas Island is 50Hz, the same as China.