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Last updated: 23 January 2024

What type of plugs and sockets are used in French Polynesia?

When you are going on a trip to French Polynesia, be sure to pack the appropriate travel plug adapter that fits the local sockets. But what do those electrical outlets look like? In French Polynesia, types C and E are the official standards. French Polynesia has standardized on the same plugs and receptacles as France, just like all other French overseas territories. Since type F plugs are identical to type E plugs, they can also be used with type E sockets.

Type E

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Type C

  • commonly used in Europe, South America & Asia
  • 2 pins
  • not grounded
  • 2.5 A, 10 A & 16 A
  • almost always 220 – 240 V
  • socket compatible with plug type C
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What is the mains voltage in French Polynesia?

The voltage in French Polynesia is 220 volts and the frequency is 60 Hz.

220 V ~ 60 Hz

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