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From Saint Barthélemy to Philippines

Some plugs match

When travelling from Saint Barthélemy to Philippines: Some of your Saint Barthélemy plug types fit in Philippines (C). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage matches at 230V, so a basic plug adapter is enough for most devices. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.

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Your plugs

Plug C

Type C

Fits

Plug E

Type E

No fit

Accepted in Philippines

Plug A

Type A

Plug B

Type B

Plug C

Type C

1 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: C, E • Philippines: A, B, C

No fit for: E

Voltage: 230V → 230V

Same voltage

Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz

Same frequency

You will need an adapter

Adapters you may need

Your plug shape does not fully match.

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About electricity in Philippines

The Philippines runs on 220V/60Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets, an unusual pairing of European voltage with North American frequency.

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Grid & history

The grid is segmented across the three major island groups (Luzon, Visayas, and Mindanao). Coal, natural gas, and geothermal (the world’s second-largest) make up most generation.

Availability

Supply is reliable in Metro Manila and Cebu. Brownouts persist in parts of Mindanao and during typhoon season nationwide.

Sockets & hotels

Hybrid sockets that accept both US flat pins (Types A and B) and European round pins (Type C) are common in modern buildings.

Energy mix

Renewables30%
Fossil70%

Geothermal is among the world’s largest.

Practical tips

  • Most US and European plugs fit Philippine sockets directly.
  • Voltage is 220V, so US-only appliances need a step-down converter.
  • Frequency is 60Hz like North America, which means frequency-sensitive clocks and motors will run at their designed speed.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Saint Barthélemy plug work in Philippines?
Partly. Some of your Saint Barthélemy plug types (Type C) fit Philippines sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
What plug type does Philippines use?
Philippines uses Type A, Type B, Type C. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Philippines when travelling from Saint Barthélemy?
Philippines runs on 230V, the same as Saint Barthélemy. Any charger that works at home will work there.
Is the electrical frequency in Philippines the same as Saint Barthélemy?
Frequency in Philippines is 60Hz, the same as Saint Barthélemy.