Will my Puerto Rico plug work in Bonaire?

Yes. Every Puerto Rico plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Bonaire sockets without an adapter.

What plug type does Bonaire use?

Bonaire uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F. The supply is 127V / 220V at 50Hz.

Do I need a voltage converter for Bonaire when travelling from Puerto Rico?

Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V, while Puerto Rico uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 127V / 220V you will also need a voltage converter.

Is the electrical frequency in Bonaire the same as Puerto Rico?

Frequency in Bonaire is 50Hz, while Puerto Rico uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.

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From Puerto Rico to Bonaire

All plugs match

When travelling from Puerto Rico to Bonaire: Good news: all your Puerto Rico plug types fit in Bonaire. Voltage is different (120V → 127V / 220V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 127V / 220V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.

Puerto Rico

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Bonaire

Your plugs

Type A

Fits

Type B

Fits

Accepted in Bonaire

Type A

Type B

Type C

Type F

2 of 2 plug type(s) match

You: A, B • Bonaire: A, B, C, F

Voltage: 120V → 127V / 220V

Different voltage

You may need a voltage converter.

Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz

Different frequency

Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.

Plugs fit, but voltage differs

Adapters you may need

Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.

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About electricity in Bonaire

Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V at 50Hz with Type A, B, C, and F sockets.

BQX

Grid & history

Power in Bonaire is delivered at 127V / 220V/50Hz, consistent with the broader regional pattern. A detailed generation mix is not yet available on this page.

Availability

Mains supply is generally usable in towns and tourist hubs; outages can occur in rural areas.

Sockets & hotels

Outlets in use include Type A, B, C, and F. Modern buildings tend to standardise on one of these, while older properties may have a mix. Type F is the recessed Schuko socket: two round holes with earth clips on the rim.

Energy mix

Data not available

Practical tips

Bring a universal adapter that covers Type A, B, C, and F, you may see more than one socket type in the same building.
The supply switches between 127V / 220V depending on the building, so verify the outlet before connecting anything voltage-sensitive.

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Frequently asked questions

Will my Puerto Rico plug work in Bonaire?: Yes. Every Puerto Rico plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in Bonaire sockets without an adapter.
What plug type does Bonaire use?: Bonaire uses Type A, Type B, Type C, Type F. The supply is 127V / 220V at 50Hz.
Do I need a voltage converter for Bonaire when travelling from Puerto Rico?: Bonaire runs on 127V / 220V, while Puerto Rico uses 120V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 127V / 220V you will also need a voltage converter.
Is the electrical frequency in Bonaire the same as Puerto Rico?: Frequency in Bonaire is 50Hz, while Puerto Rico uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.