Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
I
Plugs & sockets in Nauru
Voltage
240V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
I
Travel Adapter for Nauru: Do You Need One? (New Zealand → Nauru)No Adapter Needed
Planning a trip from New Zealand to Nauru? Before you pack, it pays to check whether your phone, laptop, and other electronics will work at your destination. Outlet shapes and voltage standards vary around the world, and Nauru is no exception. This guide covers exactly what you need to stay charged.
Do you need a travel adapter for Nauru?
Good news: you generally don't need a plug adapter. Both New Zealand and Nauru use Type I outlets, so your existing plugs should fit Nauru's sockets directly. A universal adapter is still worth keeping in your bag as a backup for future trips.
What plugs and sockets does Nauru use?
Nauru uses the following power plug: Type I: two flat angled pins (plus ground), used in Australia, New Zealand and China. Outlets run at 240V and 50Hz. Since New Zealand also uses Type I, your plugs already match.
Voltage and frequency in Nauru
Nauru runs on 240V at 50Hz, very close to New Zealand (230V, 50Hz). That means voltage isn't a concern here, since your appliances won't be over- or under-powered, so no voltage converter is needed.
Will your devices work in Nauru?
Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in Nauru with just your existing plug, and no converter is required. Even heat-based appliances like hair dryers and straighteners should run fine given the matching 240V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.
What travel adapter should you buy for Nauru?
Because New Zealand and Nauru share Type I outlets, you don't need a special adapter for this trip. A universal travel adapter is still a smart, inexpensive backup if you plan to travel elsewhere, and the better ones add USB-C fast charging to free up your charger.
Tips for charging your devices in Nauru
If you travel often, a single high-quality universal adapter with USB-C Power Delivery is worth more than a drawer full of cheap single-country plugs. Look for one rated for 240V with a built-in fuse for safety.
