From Barbados to Saint Kitts and Nevis
When travelling from Barbados to Saint Kitts and Nevis: Good news: all your Barbados plug types fit in Saint Kitts and Nevis. Voltage is different (115V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Barbados
Saint Kitts and NevisYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Type A
Type B
Type G
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Saint Kitts and Nevis: A, B, G
Voltage: 115V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
Plugs fit, but voltage differsAdapters you may need
Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Kitts and Nevis is 230V/60Hz with Type A, B, and G sockets. A mix of US and British.
Grid & history
Diesel generation dominates with growing geothermal exploration on Nevis.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Mixed socket types in modern buildings.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- Universal adapter covering A, B, and G is safest.
- Voltage is 230V; frequency is 60Hz.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Barbados plug work in Saint Kitts and Nevis?
- Yes. Every Barbados plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Saint Kitts and Nevis sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Kitts and Nevis use?
- Saint Kitts and Nevis uses Type A, Type B, Type G. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Kitts and Nevis when travelling from Barbados?
- Saint Kitts and Nevis runs on 230V, while Barbados uses 115V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Saint Kitts and Nevis the same as Barbados?
- Frequency in Saint Kitts and Nevis is 60Hz, while Barbados uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.