From East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Virgin Islands (USA)
When travelling from East Timor (Timor-Leste) to Virgin Islands (USA): None of your East Timor (Timor-Leste) 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.
East Timor (Timor-Leste)
Virgin Islands (USA)Your plugs
Type C
No fit
Type E
No fit
Type F
No fit
Type I
No fit
Accepted in Virgin Islands (USA)
Type A
Type B
0 of 4 plug type(s) match
You: C, E, F, I • Virgin Islands (USA): A, B
No fit for: C, E, F, I
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 East Timor (Timor-Leste) plug work in Virgin Islands (USA)?
- No. None of your East Timor (Timor-Leste) plugs (Type C, Type E, Type F, Type I) 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 East Timor (Timor-Leste)?
- Virgin Islands (USA) runs on 110V, while East Timor (Timor-Leste) 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 East Timor (Timor-Leste)?
- Frequency in Virgin Islands (USA) is 60Hz, while East Timor (Timor-Leste) uses 50Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.