From Virgin Islands (USA) to Indonesia
When travelling from Virgin Islands (USA) to Indonesia: None of your Virgin Islands (USA) plug types fit in Indonesia. You will need a travel adapter. Voltage is different (110V → 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.
Virgin Islands (USA)
IndonesiaYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Indonesia
Type C
Type F
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Indonesia: C, F
No fit for: A, B
Voltage: 110V → 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 Indonesia
Indonesia runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and F sockets, the same plugs used across continental Europe.
Grid & history
Coal dominates Indonesian generation, though geothermal (a huge resource given the volcanic geography) and solar are growing. The grid is fragmented across thousands of islands, and Java and Bali have the largest interconnected system.
Availability
Supply is reliable in Jakarta, Bali, and major cities. Smaller islands and rural areas can see brief outages, especially during the wet season.
Sockets & hotels
Type C is the most common socket, and Type F (Schuko) is increasingly common in newer hotels and shopping centres.
Energy mix
Coal-heavy; geothermal is one of the world’s largest.
Practical tips
- A European C/F adapter is all you need.
- In Bali, mid-range and higher hotels usually have universal sockets accepting several plug types.
- On smaller islands, expect brief outages, so a power bank is useful.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Virgin Islands (USA) plug work in Indonesia?
- No. None of your Virgin Islands (USA) plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Indonesia sockets (Type C, Type F), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Indonesia use?
- Indonesia uses Type C, Type F. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Indonesia when travelling from Virgin Islands (USA)?
- Indonesia runs on 230V, while Virgin Islands (USA) uses 110V. 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 Indonesia the same as Virgin Islands (USA)?
- Frequency in Indonesia is 50Hz, while Virgin Islands (USA) uses 60Hz. Modern phone and laptop chargers handle either, but clocks, motors, and some heating appliances may behave incorrectly.