From Papua New Guinea to Tokelau
When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Tokelau: Good news: all your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Tokelau. 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.
Papua New Guinea
TokelauYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Tokelau
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Tokelau: 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 Tokelau
Tokelau runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
Grid & history
Tokelau famously runs on near-100% solar power, donor-funded PV installations on its three atolls provide most generation.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
100%-renewable showcase.
Practical tips
- An NZ/Australian Type I adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.