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From Bangladesh to Virgin Islands (British)

Some plugs match

When travelling from Bangladesh to Virgin Islands (British): Some of your Bangladesh plug types fit in Virgin Islands (British) (A). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (230V → 110V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 110V 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.

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Virgin Islands (British)Virgin Islands (British)

Your plugs

Plug A

Type A

Fits

Plug C

Type C

No fit

Plug G

Type G

No fit

Plug M

Type M

No fit

Accepted in Virgin Islands (British)

Plug A

Type A

Plug B

Type B

1 of 4 plug type(s) match

You: A, C, G, M • Virgin Islands (British): A, B

No fit for: C, G, M

Voltage: 230V → 110V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 50Hz → 60Hz

Different frequency

Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.

You will need an adapter and likely a converter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match. 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.

VG

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

Renewables5%
Fossil95%

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.

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