From Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)
When travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey): Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types fit in Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) (G). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (110V / 230V → 230V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 230V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Your plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Type G
Fits
Accepted in Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)
Type G
1 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey): G
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V / 230V → 230V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
Adapters you may need
Your plug shape does not fully match. Voltage differs; check for 100–240V support.
About electricity in Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)
Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) runs on 230V at 50Hz with Type G sockets.
Grid & history
Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)’s electricity infrastructure follows the standards used across the wider region. A detailed grid-mix breakdown for this country is not yet published here.
Availability
Cities and tourist areas have very reliable mains power.
Sockets & hotels
Outlets are Type G throughout the country. Type G is the British-style three-rectangular-pin socket, with internal shutters for safety.
Energy mix
Data not available
Practical tips
- A Type G (UK-style) adapter is essential if your home country uses anything else.
- The supply is 230V, which phone and laptop chargers handle without issue, but check the label on any heating appliance before you plug it in.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug work in Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey)?
- Partly. Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types (Type G) fit Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) sockets, but others do not. Bring a compact adapter for the rest.
- What plug type does Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) use?
- Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) uses Type G. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) when travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
- Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) runs on 230V, while Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses 110V / 230V. 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 Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) the same as Saint Vincent and the Grenadines?
- Frequency in Channel Islands (Guernsey & Jersey) is 50Hz, while Saint Vincent and the Grenadines uses 50Hz / 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.