From Svalbard and Jan Mayen to French Polynesia
When travelling from Svalbard and Jan Mayen to French Polynesia: Some of your Svalbard and Jan Mayen plug types fit in French Polynesia (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen
French PolynesiaYour plugs
Type C
Fits
Type F
No fit
Accepted in French Polynesia
Type C
Type E
1 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • French Polynesia: C, E
No fit for: F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
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 French Polynesia
French Polynesia (including Tahiti) is 230V/60Hz with Type C and E sockets. French electrical standards at North American frequency.
Grid & history
EDT Engie supplies Tahiti and the main archipelagos from heavy fuel oil with significant hydropower (Marquesas) and growing solar.
Availability
Reliable on Tahiti and other inhabited islands.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is 230V; frequency is 60Hz (unusual for a 230V country).