Vanuatu power plugs and voltage
You will need a travel adapter
Vanuatu uses Type I sockets at 230 V / 50 Hz. Pick the country you are travelling from to see exactly what you need.
- Plug types
- I 1 socket type in use
- Voltage
- 230 V High-voltage grid (220–240 V)
- Frequency
- 50 Hz 50 Hz — Europe, Asia, Africa, Oceania
- National standard
- AS/NZS 3112 Grid reliability: Moderate
What the sockets look like
Power in Vanuatu
Vanuatu, an archipelago located in the South Pacific Ocean, features a power infrastructure that reflects its remote and island-based geography. Vanuatu uses Type I power plugs. The standard voltage is 230 V and the supply frequency is 50 Hz. Due to its dispersed islands, Vanuatu relies heavily on diesel generators for power generation, though there is a growing emphasis on renewable energy sources such as solar and hydro. The power grid's reliability varies across the islands, with urban areas like Port Vila experiencing relatively stable electricity compared to rural regions. Efforts are underway to improve energy access and sustainability, particularly through renewable energy projects supported by international partnerships. Despite challenges, Vanuatu is making progress toward a more reliable and environmentally friendly power system.