From Norfolk Island to Solomon Islands
When travelling from Norfolk Island to Solomon Islands: Good news: all your Norfolk Island plug types fit in Solomon Islands. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Norfolk Island
Solomon IslandsYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Solomon Islands
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Solomon 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 Solomon Islands
Solomon Islands is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
Grid & history
Solomon Power supplies Honiara and major islands. Diesel-dominated; the Tina hydropower project is set to dramatically reduce fuel dependence.
Availability
Reliable in Honiara; outer islands variable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Tina hydro will shift the mix significantly.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Norfolk Island plug work in Solomon Islands?
- Yes. Every Norfolk Island plug type (Type I) fits in Solomon Islands sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Solomon Islands use?
- Solomon Islands uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Solomon Islands when travelling from Norfolk Island?
- Solomon Islands runs on 230V, the same as Norfolk Island. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Solomon Islands the same as Norfolk Island?
- Frequency in Solomon Islands is 50Hz, the same as Norfolk Island.