From Myanmar to Dominican Republic
When travelling from Myanmar to Dominican Republic: Some of your Myanmar plug types fit in Dominican Republic (A, B). Bring a compact adapter for the others. 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.
Myanmar
Dominican RepublicYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Type C
No fit
Type D
No fit
Type E
No fit
Type F
No fit
Type G
No fit
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Dominican Republic
Type A
Type B
2 of 8 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, C, D, E, F, G, I • Dominican Republic: A, B
No fit for: C, D, E, F, G, I
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 Dominican Republic
The Dominican Republic is 120V/60Hz with Type A, B, and C sockets.
Grid & history
The DR’s grid is gas-and-oil dominated, with growing solar and wind. Reliability has improved significantly over the last decade but residential apagones (outages) still occur.
Availability
Reliable in Santo Domingo and tourist resorts.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American plus Type C Europlug fit in many modern 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 in residential areas.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Myanmar plug work in Dominican Republic?
- Partly. Some of your Myanmar plug types (Type A, Type B) fit Dominican Republic sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Dominican Republic use?
- Dominican Republic uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Dominican Republic when travelling from Myanmar?
- Dominican Republic runs on 120V, while Myanmar 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 Dominican Republic the same as Myanmar?
- Frequency in Dominican Republic is 60Hz, while Myanmar uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.