Charging a Kindle Fire when staying in Fiji

Instructions on how to charge your Kindle Fire from a Fijian power outlet by using USB micro Type B cord and a Type I USB adapter.

Fijian power outlet

If organizing a trip to Fiji it can be useful to know if you'll be able to charge your common electrical devices like cell phones and laptop computers that you'll be bringing along. But, without knowing which wall socket is used in Fiji you are likely to bring the wrong power charger, therefore having to purchase a suitable adaptor when you're there. Complicated standards and plugs can all be confusing when planning to visit another country if you've never been there before. With only a handful of different types of standards being used throughout the world this guide tells you exactly what to purchase in advance to charge the Kindle Fire . If you are going to Fiji these instructions show how to power your Kindle Fire by using the 240 volt 50Hz Type I Fijian plug outlet. If travelling to Fiji from a different country ensure that your Kindle Fire can be used with a 240 volt supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110 volts make sure your Kindle Fire is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to prevent the device from overheating when powering up.

These instructions show how to connect the Fijian power outlet to your Kindle Fire. These instructions assume that you have installed the most recent version of Fire OS for the Kindle tablet, if not we suggest installing the most recent Kindle Fire software update to ensure you have the latest features for your tablet. Go to Amazon for the Kindle Fire device support [2] for further information.

Charging a Kindle Fire in Fiji

Can you use a Kindle Fire in Fiji?

Yes, you can connect a Kindle Fire to a Fijian power outlet by using the correct power adaptor.

What is the best power adapter for recharging a Kindle Fire in Fiji?

If you are travelling to multiple countries then the best international travel charger for Fiji to buy is a multiple USB port charger which includes swappable plugs such as a 4 port USB travel charger. Because these types of chargers come with interchangeable pins and handle from 100 volts - 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by switching the included heads. If your type of Kindle Fire can support Fast Charge then you'll benefit from much faster charging times with one of these types of USB power chargers, and compatibility with more power demanding devices.

This will allow you to charge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring seperate power adapters on your Fijian trip or using up additional wall outlets. Because you are only packing a single USB travel charger will also keep the weight down, making it ideal to store in hand baggage. Because of their space saving flexibility these types of chargers can be used at home so when you're not travelling they can be used under your bedside table charging multiple phones, tablets and e-readers without using up an additional plug socket.

We recommend searching for a flexible power charger of this nature online. The travel adapter illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with perfect reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Fiji

The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from any country who only have USB devices such as the Kindle Fire, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All 3 power adapters offer surge protection which is crucial when visiting counties with unstable power grids. These power adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both Fiji and over 150 destinations:

  • ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Also having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the Orico travel adapter is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs and gives practically the same set of features as the BESTEK with only one less AC outlet at almost half the price.

Powering a Kindle Fire with a Fijian power outlet by using a 3 pinned Type I USB adapter

Instructions showing how to power a Kindle Fire with a Fijian power outlet with type B USB cable and a three pinned Type I power charger.

  1. To power the Kindle Fire from a Fijian power outlet you'll need to use a Type I USB power adapter [4] and a USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable [5].
  2. Insert the Type I USB power adapter into the Fijian power outlet. You can recognise this wall outlet by the 3 thin slots for the live, neutral and earth.
  3. Then connect one end of the USB micro Type B cord into the bottom of the USB mains charger and the other end into the USB charging port on a Kindle Fire.
  4. Turn on the Fijian power outlet.
  5. The battery icon which appears in the top corner of the Kindle Fire screen will display a charge icon which indicates that your device is charging.
  6. It will take between 4 hours to 12 hours to fully recharge to 100 percent capacity however this is likely to be longer depending on the type of Kindle tablet you are using, the charger strength and if you are using the device during the recharging cycle. For further information please read the Kindle Fire device support [2] for more details on battery life and the charging process.

See also


  1. Wikipedia - Fiji page on
  2. Amazon - Kindle Fire device support
  3. - Type I power outlet
  4. Type I USB power adapter - Type I USB chargers use three short flat blades in a V format with the top blade acting as a grounding pin, costs £25-£30.
  5. USB 2.0 A Male to Micro B cable - Used to connect USB devices which have a USB Mini-B port to computers, power supplies and other devices, estimated cost £5-£10.
  6. 4 Port USB Wall Charger - A universal USB charger capable of charging up to 4 USB devices with swappable international adapters, priced at under £15.