From Egypt to Kiribati
When travelling from Egypt to Kiribati: None of your Egypt plug types fit in Kiribati. 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.
Egypt
KiribatiYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Kiribati
Type I
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Kiribati: I
No fit for: C, F
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 Kiribati
Kiribati is 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
Grid & history
PUB supplies South Tarawa from diesel with growing solar. Most outer islands are off-grid or solar-only.
Availability
Reliable in South Tarawa.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is 240V, the high end of the European range, and modern chargers handle it.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Egypt plug work in Kiribati?
- No. None of your Egypt plugs (Type C, Type F) fit in Kiribati sockets (Type I), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Kiribati use?
- Kiribati uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Kiribati when travelling from Egypt?
- Kiribati runs on 240V, while Egypt 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 Kiribati the same as Egypt?
- Frequency in Kiribati is 50Hz, the same as Egypt.