From Saint Kitts and Nevis to Cocos (Keeling) Islands
When travelling from Saint Kitts and Nevis to Cocos (Keeling) Islands: None of your Saint Kitts and Nevis 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 differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Cocos (Keeling) IslandsYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Type I
0 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Cocos (Keeling) Islands: I
No fit for: A, B, G
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
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 Saint Kitts and Nevis plug work in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- No. None of your Saint Kitts and Nevis plugs (Type A, Type B, 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 Saint Kitts and Nevis?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands runs on 230V, the same as Saint Kitts and Nevis. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands the same as Saint Kitts and Nevis?
- Frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 50Hz, while Saint Kitts and Nevis uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.