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From Papua New Guinea to Kiribati

All plugs match

When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Kiribati: Good news: all your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Kiribati. Voltage matches at 240V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.

Papua New GuineaPapua New Guinea
KiribatiKiribati

Your plugs

Plug I

Type I

Fits

Accepted in Kiribati

Plug I

Type I

1 of 1 plug type(s) match

You: I • Kiribati: I

Voltage: 240V → 240V

Same voltage

Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz

Same frequency

You may not need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.

About electricity in Kiribati

Kiribati is 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets.

KI

Grid & history

PUB supplies South Tarawa from diesel with growing solar. Most outer islands are off-grid or solar-only.

Availability

Reliable in South Tarawa.

Sockets & hotels

Type I.

Energy mix

Renewables20%
Fossil80%

Practical tips

  • An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
  • Voltage is 240V, the high end of the European range, and modern chargers handle it.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Papua New Guinea plug work in Kiribati?
Yes. Every Papua New Guinea plug type (Type I) fits in Kiribati sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Kiribati use?
Kiribati uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Kiribati when travelling from Papua New Guinea?
Kiribati runs on 240V, the same as Papua New Guinea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Kiribati the same as Papua New Guinea?
Frequency in Kiribati is 50Hz, the same as Papua New Guinea.