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French Polynesia Plugs, outlets & travel adapters
French Polynesia uses Type A, B and E sockets. The mains supply is 220 V at 60 Hz.
Plugbert's take French Polynesia keeps it straightforward: Type A, B, E at 220 V.
Do you need a travel adapter for French Polynesia?
It depends on where your plugs come from.
🇺🇸 From the United States
Your plugs fit some compatible outlets in French Polynesia, but not every listed socket design. An adapter may be needed for the outlet you encounter. Check the actual outlet and preserve any grounding your device requires; hybrid connections may not be grounded.
French Polynesia uses 220 V, much higher than the 120 V in the United States. An input rating of "100–240V" covers the listed supply voltage; you still need a suitable plug or adapter. For single-voltage devices, follow the manufacturer's guidance on conversion; using a suitable local device may be simpler.
United States to French Polynesia in full🇬🇧 From the United Kingdom
You need a plug adapter. Plugs from the United Kingdom (Type G) don't fit the Type A, B and E sockets in French Polynesia. A Type A (US 2-pin) adapter fits 2 of the 3 listed socket families there. For grounded devices, get a Type B (US 3-pin) adapter for a compatible grounded outlet instead; it does not fit every listed outlet. Socket variants can differ; check the actual outlet and adapter rating.
French Polynesia uses 220 V and the United Kingdom uses 230 V, but similar nominal voltages do not guarantee compatibility. Check that your device's input rating covers the destination supply.
United Kingdom to French Polynesia in fullFrom other countries
Somewhere else?
Sockets you'll find in French Polynesia
Will your devices work in French Polynesia?
Sockets in French Polynesia supply 220 V. Find the "input" line on each device or its charger. An input rating of "100–240V" covers the listed supply voltage; you still need a suitable plug or adapter. Check that the input frequency also covers 60 Hz. An adapter changes the plug shape, not the voltage or frequency. For switchable devices, follow the manufacturer's instructions before plugging in.
Often rated 100–240 V; confirm on the charger: phone charger, laptop charger, camera battery charger.
Check the label first: electric toothbrush, electric shaver, CPAP machine, hair straightener / curler.
Usually single voltage: hair dryer, kettle / coffee maker, anything with a heating element.