From Nauru to New Zealand
When travelling from Nauru to New Zealand: Good news: all your Nauru plug types fit in New Zealand. 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.
Nauru
New ZealandYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in New Zealand
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • New Zealand: I
Voltage: 240V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in New Zealand
New Zealand runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, the same standard used in Australia.
Grid & history
Around 80% of New Zealand’s electricity comes from renewables. Most of that is hydropower, with significant geothermal in the central North Island and growing wind. The country has no nuclear power.
Availability
Supply is reliable nationwide, though South Island winter storms can cause brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I has two flat angled blades plus an earth pin below. Plugs are physically and electrically interchangeable with Australian Type I.
Energy mix
Hydro and geothermal dominate.
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is 230V, so standard chargers are fine.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Nauru plug work in New Zealand?
- Yes. Every Nauru plug type (Type I) fits in New Zealand sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does New Zealand use?
- New Zealand uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for New Zealand when travelling from Nauru?
- New Zealand runs on 230V, while Nauru uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in New Zealand the same as Nauru?
- Frequency in New Zealand is 50Hz, the same as Nauru.