From Falkland Islands to Samoa
When travelling from Falkland Islands to Samoa: None of your Falkland Islands plug types fit in Samoa. 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 is the same at 50Hz.
Falkland Islands
SamoaYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Samoa
Type I
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Samoa: I
No fit for: G
Voltage: 240V → 230V
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 Samoa
Samoa is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, same as Australia and New Zealand.
Grid & history
EPC supplies the country from a mix of diesel and growing solar/hydropower.
Availability
Reliable on Upolu; outer islands can have outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I. Australian and NZ plugs fit.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.