From Canary Islands to Virgin Islands (USA)
When travelling from Canary Islands to Virgin Islands (USA): None of your Canary Islands plug types fit in Virgin Islands (USA). You will need a travel adapter. 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.
Canary Islands
Virgin Islands (USA)Your plugs
Type C
No fit
Type F
No fit
Accepted in Virgin Islands (USA)
Type A
Type B
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: C, F • Virgin Islands (USA): A, B
No fit for: C, F
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 converterAdapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Virgin Islands (USA)
The US Virgin Islands run on 110V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets. US standard.
Grid & history
WAPA supplies the islands from diesel, with growing solar after Hurricane Irma (2017) accelerated investment.
Availability
Generally reliable post-rebuild.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
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.