From Virgin Islands (USA) to Morocco
When travelling from Virgin Islands (USA) to Morocco: None of your Virgin Islands (USA) plug types fit in Morocco. 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)
MoroccoYour plugs
Type A
No fit
Type B
No fit
Accepted in Morocco
Type C
Type E
0 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Morocco: C, E
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 Morocco
Morocco runs on 230V/50Hz with Type C and E sockets, the same French-style setup used across much of West Africa.
Grid & history
Morocco runs one of the most ambitious renewable programs in Africa. The Noor solar complex at Ouarzazate is among the world’s largest concentrated-solar facilities, and wind is also growing fast.
Availability
Supply is reliable in cities and tourist destinations. Atlas mountain villages and Saharan oases can see outages.
Sockets & hotels
Type E (with a male earth pin in the socket) is the standard. Type C Europlugs fit, but without the earth connection.
Energy mix
Solar and wind growing rapidly.
Practical tips
- A small Type C/E European adapter covers Morocco and onward travel through North Africa.
- Voltage is 230V, so modern chargers are fine.
Frequently asked questions
- Will my Virgin Islands (USA) plug work in Morocco?
- No. None of your Virgin Islands (USA) plugs (Type A, Type B) fit in Morocco sockets (Type C, Type E), so you will need a travel adapter.
- What plug type does Morocco use?
- Morocco uses Type C, Type E. The supply is 230V at 50Hz.
- Do I need a voltage converter for Morocco when travelling from Virgin Islands (USA)?
- Morocco 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 Morocco the same as Virgin Islands (USA)?
- Frequency in Morocco 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.