From Uruguay to Fiji
When travelling from Uruguay to Fiji: None of your Uruguay plug types fit in Fiji. You will need a travel adapter. 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.
Uruguay
FijiYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type F
No fit
Type L
No fit
Accepted in Fiji
Type I
0 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: C, F, L • Fiji: I
No fit for: C, F, L
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 Fiji
Fiji uses 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets, same as Australia and New Zealand.
Grid & history
Fiji generates over half of its electricity from hydropower (Monasavu, Wailoa), with diesel filling peaks. Solar is being expanded on outlying islands.
Availability
Reliable in Suva, Nadi, and resort areas; outer islands can have brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I. Australian and NZ plugs fit perfectly.
Energy mix
Hydropower dominates.
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Uruguay plug work in Fiji?
- No. None of your Uruguay plugs (Type C, Type F, Type L) fit in Fiji sockets (Type I), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Fiji use?
- Fiji uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Fiji when travelling from Uruguay?
- Fiji runs on 240V, while Uruguay uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 240V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Fiji the same as Uruguay?
- Frequency in Fiji is 50Hz, the same as Uruguay.