From Trinidad and Tobago to Saint Pierre and Miquelon
When travelling from Trinidad and Tobago to Saint Pierre and Miquelon: None of your Trinidad and Tobago plug types fit in Saint Pierre and Miquelon. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (115V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V 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.
Trinidad and Tobago
Saint Pierre and MiquelonYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Type C
Type E
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Saint Pierre and Miquelon: C, E
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 115V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
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 Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Saint Pierre and Miquelon runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets. French standards.
Grid & history
EDF supplies the small archipelago, primarily from diesel with growing renewables.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (French) standard.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- European C/E adapter works.
- Voltage is the standard 230V, and modern chargers handle it without issue.
- Note: this is the only French overseas territory in North America. French electrics, not Canadian US-style.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Trinidad and Tobago plug work in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?
- No. None of your Trinidad and Tobago plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Saint Pierre and Miquelon sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Saint Pierre and Miquelon use?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Saint Pierre and Miquelon when travelling from Trinidad and Tobago?
- Saint Pierre and Miquelon runs on 230V, while Trinidad and Tobago uses 115V. 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 Pierre and Miquelon the same as Trinidad and Tobago?
- Frequency in Saint Pierre and Miquelon is 50Hz, while Trinidad and Tobago uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.