From Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu
When travelling from Papua New Guinea to Vanuatu: Good news: all your Papua New Guinea plug types fit in Vanuatu. 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
VanuatuYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Vanuatu
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Vanuatu: 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 Vanuatu
Vanuatu runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian/NZ standard.
Grid & history
UNELCO supplies several islands; diesel dominates with growing solar and small hydro.
Availability
Reliable in Port Vila; outer islands have variable supply.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Solar and small hydro significant in the mix.
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Papua New Guinea plug work in Vanuatu?
- Yes. Every Papua New Guinea plug type (Type I) fits in Vanuatu sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Vanuatu use?
- Vanuatu uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Vanuatu when travelling from Papua New Guinea?
- Vanuatu runs on 230V, while Papua New Guinea uses 240V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Vanuatu the same as Papua New Guinea?
- Frequency in Vanuatu is 50Hz, the same as Papua New Guinea.