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Power adapters for Fiji

When organizing a holiday it's helpful to know in advance if you'll be able to charge all your vital electrical devices at your hotel. But by not knowing which power supply is used you are likely to bring the wrong charger, leaving you having to purchase a suitable power adaptor on arrival that might be incompatible and cause damage to your device. Varying different standards and voltages can all be daunting when planning on staying in another country if you've never been there before. However this isn't as complex as it first appears, with only a handful of different types of common standards being used in the world this article shows exactly what you'll need in advance to power your device in Fiji. This page contains links to useful instructions showing you exactly which power adapters you'll need to power your devices when you're travelling to Fiji by using their 240 volt 50Hz Type I wall outlet. Most power adapters change regionally therefore please read our WikiConnections travel power adapters page for a full list of charging devices in different regions and countries.

What is the best power adapter for Fiji?

The best power adapter for Fiji is a Type I plug adapter which is suitable for powering any 240 volt device or appliance. [2] [AD]

What is the best power adapter for Fiji?

What is a power adapter?

Power adapters are compact and lightweight plastic adapters which allow a Fijian power outlet to accept a power plug from an appliance from a foreign country.

Also known as: an electrical adapter, plug adapter, travel adapter, electrical adaptor, mains travel adapter or power adaptor[3]

What does a power adapter for a Fijian power outlet do?

A power adapter enables visitors from another country to use their electronic and electrical appliances in Fiji simply by altering the shape of the power plug to fit the power socket.

Does a power adapter change the voltage in Fiji?

Power adapters can only adapt the shape of a plug to fit into a 240 volt Fijian power outlet and can't convert to a different voltage. Should you wish to safely use any 100, 110 or 120 volt device then you also need to bring a more expensive step down power converter for Fiji.

Do I need a power adapter for Fiji?

It will depend on where you are travelling from and the shape of plug you are using.

Where to buy a power adapter in Fiji

Arriving at an airport

Where to buy a power adapter in Fiji

On arrival power adapters could be found in local electrical high street shops and drug stores, but always check the build quality first as safety standards might be different in a foreign country as this is important when dealing with electrical goods. Keep in mind that a shopping trip searching for power adapters in an unknown location might be impractical, especially as this needs to happen quickly before batteries run out.

Hotel receptions could have a power adapter for sale, hire or as a complimentary extra for guests; however, availability is normally limited and a hotel might not have the exact type required for your country. If in doubt, call ahead to the hotel first and request a reservation as it is unlikely that an adapter will be found in your room on arrival.

Where to buy a power adapter for Fiji in the UK

Power adapters for sale in an airport

Where to buy a power adapter for Fiji in the UK

Fiji to UK power adapters will most likely be available to buy in the UK from airports such as Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Stansted, Luton, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Birmingham prior to departure, however the range of adapters might be limited to popular destinations. It is recommended to research the exact type of adapter required prior to shopping at the airport. Look in the travel accessories section of airport newsagents, electronic stores and pharmacists such as WH Smith, Dixons or Boots but expect to pay 50% more than regular prices.

It will be more convenient and cheaper to buy the correct power adapter in advance of your trip. UK high street electrical shops, newsagents and chemists such as Currys PC World, WH Smith or Boots normally typically only sell popular types of travel adapters covering a limited number of countries however for widest choice it is recommended to buy a power adapter online. In January 2019 we checked 2 high street branches of WH Smiths without seeing any power adapters available to purchase and 1 branch of Boots only had a pack of European adapters available.

  1. Wikipedia - Fiji Wikipedia page.
  2. Type I plug adapter - A Type I electrical adapter, compliant with AS/NZS 3112, fits in a standard Australia electrical outlet. This adapter features two flat pins in an inverted V-shape with an earthing pin and is also commonly used in New Zealand, China, and Argentina..
  3. Wikipedia - power adaptor