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Samoa Plugs, outlets & travel adapters
Samoa uses Type I sockets. The mains supply is 230 V at 50 Hz.
Plugbert's take Type I only. The sockets look mildly alarmed, but they're very dependable.
Do you need a travel adapter for Samoa?
It depends on where your plugs come from.
🇺🇸 From the United States
You need a plug adapter. Plugs from the United States (Type A and B) don't fit the Type I sockets in Samoa. A Type I (Australian) adapter fits the listed socket families there. Socket variants can differ; check the actual outlet and adapter rating.
Samoa uses 230 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 Samoa in full🇬🇧 From the United Kingdom
You need a plug adapter. Plugs from the United Kingdom (Type G) don't fit the Type I sockets in Samoa. A Type I (Australian) adapter fits the listed socket families there. Socket variants can differ; check the actual outlet and adapter rating.
No voltage converter needed. Both countries use 230 V.
United Kingdom to Samoa in fullFrom other countries
Somewhere else?
Sockets you'll find in Samoa
Will your devices work in Samoa?
Sockets in Samoa supply 230 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 50 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.
Plug twins
These countries list the same plug types and a similar voltage range. Check each guide for socket variants and local exceptions.