Canada to Papua New Guinea Plug Adapter
Adapter needed
Yes. Papua New Guinea uses Type I sockets, and none of the plugs from Canada (Type A and Type B) fit, so you need a travel adapter.
Your plugs · Canada
Voltage: 120 V
Sockets at destination · Papua New Guinea
Voltage: 240 V
Voltage converter
Papua New Guinea uses 240 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter for Papua New Guinea from Canada?
Yes. Papua New Guinea uses Type I sockets, and none of the plugs from Canada (Type A and Type B) fit, so you need a travel adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter for Papua New Guinea?
Papua New Guinea uses 240 V and Canada uses 120 V. Check the label on each device: if it says 100–240V it works anywhere; otherwise you need a voltage converter.
Source: Wikidata (CC0), retrieved 2026-10-22. Plug descriptions and compatibility are our own summary of the IEC plug types. Hotels and new buildings may have other sockets — carry a universal adapter if unsure.