From Samoa to New Zealand
When travelling from Samoa to New Zealand: Good news: all your Samoa plug types fit in New Zealand. Voltage matches at 230V. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
Samoa
New ZealandYour plugs
Type I
Fits
Accepted in New Zealand
Type I
1 of 1 plug type(s) match
You: I • New Zealand: 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 New Zealand
New Zealand runs on 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, the same standard used in Australia.
Grid & history
Around 80% of New Zealand’s electricity comes from renewables. Most of that is hydropower, with significant geothermal in the central North Island and growing wind. The country has no nuclear power.
Availability
Supply is reliable nationwide, though South Island winter storms can cause brief outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I has two flat angled blades plus an earth pin below. Plugs are physically and electrically interchangeable with Australian Type I.
Energy mix
Hydro and geothermal dominate.
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is 230V, so standard chargers are fine.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Samoa plug work in New Zealand?
- Yes. Every Samoa plug type (Type I) fits in New Zealand sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does New Zealand use?
- New Zealand uses Type I. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for New Zealand when travelling from Samoa?
- New Zealand runs on 230V, the same as Samoa. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in New Zealand the same as Samoa?
- Frequency in New Zealand is 50Hz, the same as Samoa.