From Guatemala to Puerto Rico
When travelling from Guatemala to Puerto Rico: Good news: all your Guatemala plug types fit in Puerto Rico. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Guatemala
Puerto RicoYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Puerto Rico
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Puerto Rico: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 120V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
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 Guatemala plug work in Puerto Rico?
- Yes. Every Guatemala plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Puerto Rico sockets without an 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 Guatemala?
- Puerto Rico runs on 120V, the same as Guatemala. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in Puerto Rico the same as Guatemala?
- Frequency in Puerto Rico is 60Hz, the same as Guatemala.