From Norfolk Island to Cocos (Keeling) Islands
All plugs match
When travelling from Norfolk Island to Cocos (Keeling) Islands: Good news: all your Norfolk Island plug types fit in Cocos (Keeling) Islands. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Norfolk Island
Cocos (Keeling) IslandsYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Cocos (Keeling) Islands
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Cocos (Keeling) Islands: I
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
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
Renewables20%
Fossil80%
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 Norfolk Island plug work in Cocos (Keeling) Islands?
- Yes. Every Norfolk Island plug type (Type I) fits in Cocos (Keeling) Islands sockets without an 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 Norfolk Island?
- Cocos (Keeling) Islands runs on 230V, the same as Norfolk Island. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands the same as Norfolk Island?
- Frequency in Cocos (Keeling) Islands is 50Hz, the same as Norfolk Island.