From El Salvador to American Samoa
All plugs match
When travelling from El Salvador to American Samoa: Good news: all your El Salvador plug types fit in American Samoa. Voltage matches at 120V. Frequency is the same at 60Hz.
El Salvador
American SamoaYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in American Samoa
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • American Samoa: A, B
Voltage: 120V → 120V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 60Hz
Same frequency
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in American Samoa
American Samoa runs on 120V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets. US standard.
Grid & history
ASPA supplies the territory from a diesel plant on Tutuila plus significant solar.
Availability
Reliable on Tutuila.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets.
Energy mix
Renewables25%
Fossil75%
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.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my El Salvador plug work in American Samoa?
- Yes. Every El Salvador plug type (Type A, Type B) fits in American Samoa sockets without an adapter.
- What plug type does American Samoa use?
- American Samoa uses Type A, Type B. The supply is 120V at 60Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for American Samoa when travelling from El Salvador?
- American Samoa runs on 120V, the same as El Salvador. Any charger that works at home will work there.
- Is the electrical frequency in American Samoa the same as El Salvador?
- Frequency in American Samoa is 60Hz, the same as El Salvador.