From South Africa to Samoa
When travelling from South Africa to Samoa: None of your South Africa plug types fit in Samoa. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 50Hz.
South Africa
SamoaYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type M
No fit
Type N
No fit
Accepted in Samoa
Type I
0 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: C, M, N • Samoa: I
No fit for: C, M, N
Voltage: 230V → 230V
Same voltage
Frequency: 50Hz → 50Hz
Same frequency
You will need an adapterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match.
About electricity in Samoa
Samoa is 230V/50Hz with Type I sockets, same as Australia and New Zealand.
Grid & history
EPC supplies the country from a mix of diesel and growing solar/hydropower.
Availability
Reliable on Upolu; outer islands can have outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type I. Australian and NZ plugs fit.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- An Australian or NZ Type I adapter works in both countries.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.