In French Polynesia, power plugs and sockets are types C and E. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 60Hz.
C · E
Socket types
230V
Voltage
60Hz
Frequency
Socket types used in French Polynesia
For each socket below you'll also see the matching plug. These are what you'll find in the wall.
Type C
Type E
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Travelling from 🇺🇸 the United States to French Polynesia?
🔌 Adapter needed⚡ Voltage converter needed
Do your plugs fit in French Polynesia?
In French Polynesia they use sockets of types C and E. Your types A and B from the United States won't fit, so you need a power plug travel adapter.
C · Socket in French Polynesiavs
✕A · Your plug A✕B · Your plug B
✕ Socket C does not fit your types A and B
E · Socket in French Polynesiavs
✕A · Your plug A✕B · Your plug B
✕ Socket E does not fit your types A and B
Voltage & frequency
🇵🇫 French Polynesia
230V·60Hz
vs
🇺🇸 United States
120V·60Hz
Do you need a voltage converter in French Polynesia?
⚡
Mind the voltage. The standard voltage in French Polynesia (230V) is much higher than in the United States (120V). Without a converter you risk serious damage to your devices.
Many chargers (phones, laptops, cameras) are labelled INPUT: 100–240V, 50/60Hz — those work anywhere and only need a plug adapter, never a converter. Always check the label.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in French Polynesia?
French Polynesia uses power sockets of types C and E. The standard voltage is 230V at a frequency of 60Hz.
Do I need a power plug adapter in French Polynesia?
Yes. If you travel from the United States you need a power plug travel adapter for types C and E sockets in French Polynesia, because your types A and B plugs don't fit.
Do I need a voltage converter in French Polynesia?
Yes. The voltage in French Polynesia (230V) differs from the United States (120V), so you need a voltage converter to protect your devices — unless a device is labelled 100–240V.
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