From New Zealand to Bonaire
When travelling from New Zealand to Bonaire: None of your New Zealand plug types fit in Bonaire. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 127V / 220V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 127V / 220V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
New Zealand
BonaireYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Bonaire
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type F
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Bonaire: A, B, C, F
No fit for: I
Voltage: 230V → 127V / 220V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Bonaire
Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V at 50Hz with Type A, B, C, and F sockets.
Grid & history
Power in Bonaire is delivered at 127V / 220V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.
Availability
Mains supply is generally usable in towns and tourist hubs; outages can occur in rural areas.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets in use include Type A, B, C, and F. Modern buildings tend to standardise on one of these, while older properties may have a mix. Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- Bring a universal adapter that covers Type A, B, C, and F, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
- The supply switches between 127V / 220V depending on the building, so verify the outlet before connecting anything voltage-sensitive.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my New Zealand plug work in Bonaire?
- No. None of your New Zealand plugs (Type I) fit in Bonaire sockets (Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Bonaire use?
- Bonaire uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F. The supply is 127V / 220V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Bonaire when travelling from New Zealand?
- Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V, while New Zealand uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 127V / 220V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Bonaire the same as New Zealand?
- Frequency in Bonaire is 50Hz, the same as New Zealand.