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Vanuatu
Electrical outlets and plug types

Travelers from Australia won't need a power plug adapter or voltage converter in Vanuatu.

Country of residence

Your destination
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
from🇦🇺 Australia
to🇻🇺 Vanuatu
Outlet type IPlug type I
I

In Vanuatu, they use power outlets and plugs of type I. The voltage is 220 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

No travel adapter neededNo power adapter is required when traveling to Vanuatu.

Do power plugs from Australia fit into Vanuatu outlets?

Vanuatu uses type I outlets, just like in Australia. Your plugs are compatible, so no adapter is needed.

sockets from🇻🇺 Vanuatu
plugs from🇦🇺 Australia
Outlet type I
I
Plug type compatiblePlug type I
I
Socket type compatible

Your plugs match outlet type I.

Power adapter for Vanuatu needed?

No adapter is needed for Vanuatu if you're coming from Australia. However, a universal adapter might still be worth getting. You’ll never have to worry about whether your plugs fit different sockets again and you'll always be ready for future trips.

We recommend getting a universal travel (plug) adapter that covers the most popular countries.
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Do I need a voltage converter for Vanuatu?

Vanuatu's voltage level of 220 V is quite similar to the 230 V system used in Australia. These slight differences are usually considered by manufacturers.

Origin🇦🇺 Australia
Destination🇻🇺 Vanuatu
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Frequency
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
There is no need for a voltage converter in Vanuatu, when traveling from Australia.

To confirm, check if your devices require a voltage converter by looking at the 'INPUT' label, typically found on the power adapter or charger. If the label shows "INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz," the device is built to handle different voltage and frequency ranges. This is typical for devices such as notebooks, smartphones, digital cameras, and also for tablets, e-readers, and some battery chargers.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use my Australian hair dryer in Vanuatu?

Yes, since Australia and Vanuatu use similar voltages (230 V and 220 V) and the same frequency (50 Hz), you can use your Australian hair dryer in Vanuatu without needing a voltage converter.

Can I use my Australian laptop or smartphone in Vanuatu?

Yes, you can use your laptop or smartphone in Vanuatu without any issues, as the voltages are similar (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency the same in both countries (50 Hz).

Can I use my Australian curling iron or hair straightener in Vanuatu?

Yes, your Australian curling iron or flat iron will work in Vanuatu without needing a voltage converter, since the voltages used in both countries are similar (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency the same (50 Hz).

If I live in Australia, do I need a power plug adapter in Vanuatu?

No, if you live in Australia, no power adapter is required when traveling to Vanuatu.

Do I need a voltage converter for Vanuatu when traveling from Australia?

No, you do not need a voltage converter since the voltages used in Australia and Vanuatu are compatible (230 V and 220 V) and the frequency is the same (50 Hz).

Traveling to more countries?

See if your power plugs from Australia fit into the sockets of other destinations and whether you need a voltage converter.

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