From Democratic Republic of the Congo to Puerto Rico
When travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo to Puerto Rico: None of your Democratic Republic of the Congo plug types fit in Puerto Rico. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (230V → 120V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 120V 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.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Puerto RicoYour plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Accepted in Puerto Rico
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, E • Puerto Rico: A, B
No fit for: C, E
Voltage: 230V → 120V
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 converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Puerto Rico
Puerto Rico is 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, same standard as the US mainland.
Grid & history
PREPA operates the island’s grid, which has struggled with reliability and was severely damaged by Hurricane Maria in 2017. Reconstruction and solar build-out have been slow.
Availability
Improving but still unreliable in some areas. Most homes and businesses have generator backup.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- The supply matches the US 120V, so US chargers work directly.
- A power bank is useful, outages still happen.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Democratic Republic of the Congo plug work in Puerto Rico?
- No. None of your Democratic Republic of the Congo plugs (Type C, Type E) fit in Puerto Rico sockets (Type A, Type B), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Puerto Rico use?
- Puerto Rico uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Puerto Rico when travelling from Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Puerto Rico runs on 120V, while Democratic Republic of the Congo uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 120V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Puerto Rico the same as Democratic Republic of the Congo?
- Frequency in Puerto Rico is 60Hz, while Democratic Republic of the Congo uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.