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Timor Leste
Electrical outlets and plug types

Travelers from New Zealand need a power plug adapter but no voltage converter in Timor Leste.

Country of residence

Your destination
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
from🇳🇿 New Zealand
to🇹🇱 Timor Leste
Outlet type CPlug type C
C
Outlet type EPlug type E
E
Outlet type FPlug type F
F
Outlet type IPlug type I
I

In Timor Leste, they use power outlets and plugs of type C, type E, type F and type I. The voltage is 220 V, and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Travel adapter neededYou will need an adapter for type C, E and F power outlets in Timor Leste

Do power plugs from New Zealand fit into Timor Leste outlets?

In Timor Leste, power outlets are of type C, E, F and I, similar to New Zealand. A plug adapter is required for type C, E and F outlets. I outlets are compatible with your plugs, although they aren't always common in some areas.

sockets from🇹🇱 Timor Leste
plugs from🇳🇿 New Zealand
Outlet type C
C
Plug type not compatiblePlug type I
I
Socket type not compatible

Your plug I does not match outlet type C.

Outlet type E
E
Plug type not compatiblePlug type I
I
Socket type not compatible

Your plug I does not match outlet type E.

Outlet type F
F
Plug type not compatiblePlug type I
I
Socket type not compatible

Your plug I does not match outlet type F.

Outlet type I
I
Plug type compatiblePlug type I
I
Socket type compatible

Your plugs match outlet type I.

Power adapter for Timor Leste needed?

Since you'll need a travel adapter for Timor Leste when coming from New Zealand, we suggest opting for a universal power adapter that works in many countries and will also prepare you for future trips.

We recommend getting a universal travel (plug) adapter that covers the most popular countries.
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Make sure to get a power adapter for outlets of type C, E and F. If you often go abroad, consider getting an all-in-one adapter (most adapters even have additional charging ports for USB-A and USB-C).

Do I need a voltage converter for Timor Leste?

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

Origin🇳🇿 New Zealand
Destination🇹🇱 Timor Leste
Voltage230 V
Frequency50 Hz
Frequency
Voltage220 V
Frequency50 Hz
There is no need for a voltage converter in Timor Leste, when traveling from New Zealand.

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, meaning you’ll only need a plug adapter for the outlets in Timor Leste. 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 New Zealander hair dryer in Timor Leste?

Yes, since New Zealand and Timor Leste use similar voltages (230 V and 220 V) and the same frequency (50 Hz), you can use your New Zealander hair dryer in Timor Leste without needing a voltage converter.

Can I use my New Zealander laptop or smartphone in Timor Leste?

Yes, you can use your laptop or smartphone in Timor Leste 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 New Zealander curling iron or hair straightener in Timor Leste?

Yes, your New Zealander curling iron or flat iron will work in Timor Leste 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 New Zealand, do I need a power plug adapter in Timor Leste?

Yes, when traveling from New Zealand, you will need a power adapter for type C, E and F power outlets in Timor Leste.

Do I need a voltage converter for Timor Leste when traveling from New Zealand?

No, you do not need a voltage converter since the voltages used in New Zealand and Timor Leste 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 New Zealand fit into the sockets of other destinations and whether you need a voltage converter.

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