From Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) to Cocos (Keeling) Islands
When travelling from Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) to Cocos (Keeling) Islands: None of your Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) plug types fit in Cocos (Keeling) Islands. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)
Cocos (Keeling) IslandsYour plugs
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Type I
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: G • Cocos (Keeling) Islands: I
No fit for: G
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 Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian standard.
Grid & history
A tiny diesel-and-solar hybrid grid.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
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 Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) plug work in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- No. None of your Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) plugs (Type G) fit in Cocos (Keeling) Islands sockets (Type I), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Cocos (Keeling) Islands use?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Cocos (Keeling) Islands when travelling from Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands runs on 230V, the same as Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey). Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands the same as Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)?
- Frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 50Hz, the same as Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey).