From Samoa to Nauru
All plugs match
When travelling from Samoa to Nauru: Good news: all your Samoa plug types fit in Nauru. 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.
Samoa
NauruYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in Nauru
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • Nauru: I
Voltage: 230V → 240V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Nauru
Nauru runs on 240V/50Hz with Type I sockets.
Grid & history
NUC supplies the tiny grid almost entirely from diesel.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type I.
Energy mix
Renewables1%
Fossil99%
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 Samoa plug work in Nauru?
- Yes. Every Samoa plug type (Type I) fits in Nauru sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Nauru use?
- Nauru uses Type I. The supply is 240V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Nauru when travelling from Samoa?
- Nauru runs on 240V, while Samoa 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 Nauru the same as Samoa?
- Frequency in Nauru is 50Hz, the same as Samoa.