From Samoa to Maldives
When travelling from Samoa to Maldives: None of your Samoa plug types fit in Maldives. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Samoa
MaldivesYour plugs
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Maldives
Type C
Type D
Type G
0 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Maldives: C, D, G
No fit for: I
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 Maldives
Maldives is 230V/50Hz with Type C, D, and G sockets.
Grid & history
Each inhabited island runs its own grid (or shares one with a neighbouring island), historically powered by diesel generators. Solar is rapidly being added to reduce diesel dependency.
Availability
Reliable on resort islands. Local island supply varies; small outages are common.
Sockets & hotels
Resort islands typically have Type G and Type D in the same outlet. Older Maldivian guesthouses may have ungrounded Type C.
Energy mix
Diesel-dominated; solar growing.
Practical tips
- A universal adapter with G and D is safest.
- Bring a power bank for inter-island ferry days.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Samoa plug work in Maldives?
- No. None of your Samoa plugs (Type I) fit in Maldives sockets (Type C, Type D, Type G), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Maldives use?
- Maldives uses Type C, Type D, Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Maldives when travelling from Samoa?
- Maldives runs on 230V, the same as Samoa. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Maldives the same as Samoa?
- Frequency in Maldives is 50Hz, the same as Samoa.