Travel Preparation Guide · Connectivity
Power & Connectivity (SIM)
Connectivity may vary by region and season.
Voltage & Plug Types
Electrical standards and outlet shapes
⚡240V / 50Hz
🔌Type I(Angled flat 2-pin + ground (same as AU))
🔄Needed from Japan/US/Europe/UK
💡Power unreliable outside Port Moresby. Power bank essential.
Buying a SIM Card
Where to buy, costs, and activation process
📱Digicel, bmobile
🏪Port Moresby Airport, Digicel shops in towns
📋Passport required
💰SIM from $5-15 for 7-30 days
💡Digicel has wider coverage; connectivity very limited in highlands.
eSIM & Mobile Wi-Fi
eSIM availability and portable Wi-Fi rental
📶Very limited — International eSIM providers only
🏢Airalo (limited coverage)
💰$10-30 for 1-3GB / 7-15 days
💡Very limited coverage; physical SIM or satellite device recommended.
Wi-Fi Availability
Public Wi-Fi coverage and security
📡Poor — very limited WiFi infrastructure
🏨Available in select hotels in Port Moresby; slow and unreliable
☕Virtually nonexistent outside major hotels
💡Mobile data via Digicel is the most practical option for internet.
Internet Restrictions & VPN
Blocked services and VPN recommendations
🔒None — unrestricted internet
🚫None — all services freely accessible
🛡️Not needed
💡No restrictions but connectivity is very limited outside major towns.
Useful Local Apps
Must-have apps for transport, translation, and maps
🚗Local PMVs and taxis only (no apps)
🗺️Maps.me for offline (essential)
💬Facebook Messenger (most popular)
💡Download all maps offline; Facebook Messenger is the main communication tool.
International Calls
How to make international calls and alternatives
📞+675 (Papua New Guinea)
🆘112 (Emergency), 000 (Police/Fire/Ambulance)
📲Dial 05 + country code + number for international calls
💡Coverage very limited outside Port Moresby and major towns.