From Tuvalu to Christmas Island
All plugs match
When travelling from Tuvalu to Christmas Island: Good news: all your Tuvalu plug types fit in Christmas Island. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Tuvalu
Christmas IslandYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Christmas Island
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Christmas Island: I
Voltage: 230V → 230V
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 Christmas Island
Christmas Island uses 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets. Australian standard.
Grid & history
A small diesel grid powering the port and the residential settlement.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Renewables1%
Fossil99%
Practical tips
- An Australian Type I adapter works without modification.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Tuvalu plug work in Christmas Island?
- Yes. Every Tuvalu plug type (Type I) fits in Christmas Island sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Christmas Island use?
- Christmas Island uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Christmas Island when travelling from Tuvalu?
- Christmas Island runs on 230V, the same as Tuvalu. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Christmas Island the same as Tuvalu?
- Frequency in Christmas Island is 50Hz, the same as Tuvalu.