From Trinidad and Tobago to Barbados
When travelling from Trinidad and Tobago to Barbados: Good news: all your Trinidad and Tobago plug types fit in Barbados. Voltage matches at 115V. Frequency differs (60Hz → 50Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Trinidad and Tobago
BarbadosYour plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Accepted in Barbados
Type A
Type B
2 of 2 plug type(s) match
You: A, B • Barbados: A, B
Voltage: 115V → 115V
Same voltage
Frequency: 60Hz → 50Hz
Different frequency
Check device supports both 50/60 Hz.
You may not need an adapterAdapters you may need
Plugs, voltage and frequency line up for most chargers.
About electricity in Barbados
Barbados is 115V at 50Hz, another unusual voltage/frequency pairing, with Type A and B sockets.
Grid & history
Barbados Light & Power runs the grid, primarily on oil with growing rooftop solar.
Availability
Reliable nationwide.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets at slightly lower 115V.
Energy mix
Practical tips
- US plugs fit Barbadian sockets directly.
- Voltage is 115V; frequency is 50Hz. US 60Hz clocks and motors will run slow.