From French Polynesia to Pakistan
When travelling from French Polynesia to Pakistan: Some of your French Polynesia plug types fit in Pakistan (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. 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.
French Polynesia
PakistanYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Pakistan
Type C
Type D
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Pakistan: C, D
No fit for: E
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 Pakistan
Pakistan runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and D sockets.
Grid & history
Pakistan’s grid runs on a mix of natural gas, hydropower (Tarbela, Mangla), and growing solar. Chronic capacity vs demand mismatch and circular debt cause scheduled load-shedding in many areas.
Availability
Reliable in major cities’ central districts; load-shedding (scheduled outages) is routine elsewhere. Hotels usually have generator or UPS backup.
Sockets & hotels
Type D is the older 5A round-pin; Type C Europlugs fit Type D sockets ungrounded.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- A universal adapter covering D and C is safest.
- Bring a power bank for load-shedding.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.