Type A
North American two-prong plug
Two flat parallel blades, no earth – the everyday plug of the USA, Canada, Mexico and Japan.
Plugs and voltage
French Polynesia
French Polynesia uses plug types A, B and E. The most common is type E – the French plug.
- Type
- A · B · E
- Voltage
- 220 V
- Frequency
- 60 Hz
Type B
North American three-prong plug
Type A with an extra round earth pin – the standard socket in North America.
Type E
French plug · most common
Two round pins and a hole for the earth pin that sticks out of the socket – France, Belgium, Poland, Czechia, Slovakia.
Will your plugs fit here?
Where plugs from this country fit
- plugs fit, same voltage
- partly fit or different voltage
- adapter needed
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in French Polynesia?
French Polynesia uses plug types A, B and E. The most common is type E – the French plug.
What is the voltage in French Polynesia?
The mains voltage in French Polynesia is 220 V and the frequency is 60 Hz. Devices from countries with 220–240 V work without a converter. Devices from countries with 100–127 V (USA, Canada, Japan) should only be plugged in if the power supply says 100–240 V.
Do I need a travel adapter for French Polynesia?
You need an adapter if your devices have plugs other than types A, B and E. You won’t need one if you’re coming from Canada, France, Germany, Japan, Poland and United States. Only some plugs fit for travellers from China and India. Travellers from Australia and United Kingdom need an adapter to type E.
Do I need a voltage converter in French Polynesia?
Not if you’re coming from Australia, China, France, Germany, India, Poland and United Kingdom – the voltage is similar. If you bring devices from Canada, Japan and United States, check their rating labels. Phone and laptop chargers usually work on 100–240 V, but hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often do not – those need a voltage converter.
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