From São Tomé and Príncipe to Virgin Islands (USA)
When travelling from São Tomé and Príncipe to Virgin Islands (USA): None of your São Tomé and Príncipe 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.
São Tomé and Príncipe
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my São Tomé and Príncipe plug work in Virgin Islands (USA)?
- No. None of your São Tomé and Príncipe plugs (Type C, Type F) fit in Virgin Islands (USA) sockets (Type A, Type B), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Virgin Islands (USA) use?
- Virgin Islands (USA) uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 110V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Virgin Islands (USA) when travelling from São Tomé and Príncipe?
- Virgin Islands (USA) runs on 110V, while São Tomé and Príncipe uses 230V. Check your charger label for a 100 to 240V rating; if it does not list 110V you will also need a voltage converter.
- Is the electrical frequency in Virgin Islands (USA) the same as São Tomé and Príncipe?
- Frequency in Virgin Islands (USA) is 60Hz, while São Tomé and Príncipe uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.