From China to New Zealand
When travelling from China to New Zealand: Some of your China plug types fit in New Zealand (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
New ZealandYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type I
Fits
Accepted in New Zealand
Type I
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, I • New Zealand: 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 New Zealand
New Zealand runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, the same standard used in Australia.
Grid & history
Around 80% of New Zealand’s electricity comes from renewables. Most of that is hydropower, with significant geothermal in the central North Island and growing wind. The country has no nuclear power.
Availability
Supply is reliable nationwide, though South Island winter storms can cause brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I has two flat angled blades plus an earth pin below. Plugs are physically and electrically interchangeable with Australian Type I.
Energy mix
Hydro and geothermal dominate.
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is 230V, so standard chargers are fine.