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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

I


Type I Plug
Type I Socket
Type I

Plugs & sockets in Suriname

Voltage

120V

Frequency

220V

Plugs

A, B, C, F


Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type B Plug
Type B Socket
Type B
Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F

Australia to Suriname: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Suriname from Australia, it's worth checking the power situation before you pack. Different countries use different outlet types and electrical standards, so your devices may not plug in directly when you arrive.

Your Australia plugs (Type I) won't fit Suriname's outlets (Type A, B, C, F). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for Suriname before you depart.

The electrical standards differ significantly: Australia operates at 230V/50Hz and Suriname at 120V/220V. For single-voltage appliances (hair straighteners, kettles, etc.), this mismatch could damage your device or even be a safety hazard. Always verify your device's voltage rating before plugging in.

Rather than packing bulky converters, consider buying travel-sized dual-voltage versions of appliances you can't live without. For phones and laptops, all you'll need is the right plug adapter since their chargers almost always support worldwide voltage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Australia uses Type I plugs and Suriname uses Type A/B/C/F. Since these are incompatible, you will need a travel adapter.