From Puerto Rico to Saint Barthélemy
When travelling from Puerto Rico to Saint Barthélemy: None of your Puerto Rico plug types fit in Saint Barthélemy. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (120V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
Puerto Rico
Saint BarthélemyYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Saint Barthélemy
Type C
Type E
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Saint Barthélemy: C, E
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
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 Saint Barthélemy
Saint Barthélemy is 230V/60Hz with Type C and E sockets. French electrical standards.
Grid & history
A small diesel-based grid with growing solar.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) is standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is 230V; frequency is 60Hz.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Puerto Rico plug work in Saint Barthélemy?
- No. None of your Puerto Rico plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Saint Barthélemy sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Barthélemy use?
- Saint Barthélemy uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Barthélemy when travelling from Puerto Rico?
- Saint Barthélemy runs on 230V, while Puerto Rico uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 230V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Saint Barthélemy the same as Puerto Rico?
- Frequency in Saint Barthélemy is 60Hz, the same as Puerto Rico.