New Zealand Plugs & Voltage
Type I · 230 V
New Zealand uses Type I plugs, and the standard voltage is 230 V. Traffic drives on the left. Emergency number: 111.
- Plug types
- I
- Voltage
- 230 V
- Drives on the
- Left
- Emergency
- 111
Sockets in New Zealand
Do you need an adapter for New Zealand?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Needed | Different — check devices |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Same range |
| India | Needed | Same range |
| Bangladesh | Needed | Same range |
| Pakistan | Needed | Same range |
| Australia | Not needed | Same range |
| Canada | Needed | Different — check devices |
| Germany | Needed | Same range |
| China | Only for Type A, C | Same range |
| Philippines | Needed | Same range |
More for travellers
| Official languages | English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language |
|---|---|
| Emergency numbers | 111 |
| Calling code | +64 |
| Currency | New Zealand dollar (NZD) |
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in New Zealand?
Type I.
What is the voltage in New Zealand?
230 V. Devices from 100–127 V countries (such as the US) need to be dual-voltage or used with a converter.
Which side of the road do they drive on in New Zealand?
On the left.
What is the emergency number in New Zealand?
111.
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.