From East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Kiribati
When travelling from East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Kiribati: Some of your East Timor (Timor-Leste) plug types fit in Kiribati (I). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (230V → 240V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 240V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
East Timor (Timor-Leste)
KiribatiYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Type F
No fit
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Kiribati
Type I
1 of 4 plug type(s) match
You: C, E, F, I • Kiribati: I
No fit for: C, E, F
Voltage: 230V → 240V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapter and likely a converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Kiribati
Kiribati is 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
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
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.