From East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Samoa
When travelling from East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Samoa: Some of your East Timor (Timor-Leste) plug types fit in Samoa (I). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
East Timor (Timor-Leste)
SamoaYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Type F
No fit
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Samoa
Type I
1 of 4 plug type(s) match
You: C, E, F, I • Samoa: I
No fit for: C, E, F
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Samoa
Samoa is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, same as Australia and New Zealand.
Grid & history
EPC supplies the country from a mix of diesel and growing solar/hydropower.
Availability
Reliable on Upolu; outer islands can have outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I. Australian and NZ plugs fit.
Energy 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 East Timor (Timor-Leste) plug work in Samoa?
- Partly. Some of your East Timor (Timor-Leste) plug types (Type I) fit Samoa sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Samoa use?
- Samoa uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Samoa when travelling from East Timor (Timor-Leste)?
- Samoa runs on 230V, the same as East Timor (Timor-Leste). Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Samoa the same as East Timor (Timor-Leste)?
- Frequency in Samoa is 50Hz, the same as East Timor (Timor-Leste).