From Papua New Guinea to Tonga
All plugs match
When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Tonga: Good news: all your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Tonga. Voltage matches at 240V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Papua New Guinea
TongaYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Tonga
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Tonga: I
Voltage: 240V → 240V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Tonga
Tonga uses 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian/NZ standard.
Grid & history
Tonga Power supplies the kingdom, primarily from diesel with growing solar to reduce fuel costs.
Availability
Reliable on Tongatapu; outer islands have variable supply.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Papua New Guinea plug work in Tonga?
- Yes. Every Papua New Guinea plug type (Type I) fits in Tonga sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Tonga use?
- Tonga uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Tonga when travelling from Papua New Guinea?
- Tonga runs on 240V, the same as Papua New Guinea. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Tonga the same as Papua New Guinea?
- Frequency in Tonga is 50Hz, the same as Papua New Guinea.