From Antigua and Barbuda to Virgin Islands (British)
When travelling from Antigua and Barbuda to Virgin Islands (British): Good news: all your Antigua and Barbuda plug types fit in Virgin Islands (British). Voltage is different (110V / 220V → 110V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 110V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Antigua and Barbuda
Virgin Islands (British)Your plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Virgin Islands (British)
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Virgin Islands (British): A, B
Voltage: 110V / 220V → 110V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Virgin Islands (British)
The British Virgin Islands run on 110V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, interesting given British political status.
Grid & history
BVI Electricity Corporation operates a diesel-fired grid.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets (unusual for a British territory).
Energy mix
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- Voltage is 110V, so US plugs and chargers are designed for it.
- Note: despite being British, the BVI use US-style electrics.