From Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Virgin Islands (British)
When travelling from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to Virgin Islands (British): Some of your Saint Vincent and the Grenadines plug types fit in Virgin Islands (British) (A, B). Bring a compact adapter for the others. Voltage is different (110V / 230V → 110V). Check your charger label; if it doesn’t list 110V you’ll also need a voltage converter. Frequency differs (50Hz / 60Hz → 60Hz). Modern phone and laptop chargers are usually fine, but some clocks, motors, and appliances may behave incorrectly.
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Virgin Islands (British)Your plugs
Type A
Fits
Type B
Fits
Type G
No fit
Accepted in Virgin Islands (British)
Type A
Type B
2 of 3 plug type(s) match
You: A, B, G • Virgin Islands (British): A, B
No fit for: G
Voltage: 110V / 230V → 110V
Different voltage
You may need a voltage converter.
Frequency: 50Hz / 60Hz → 60Hz
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 Virgin Islands (British)
The British Virgin Islands run on 110V/60Hz with Type A and B sockets, interesting given British political status.
Grid & history
BVI Electricity Corporation operates a diesel-fired grid.
Availability
Reliable.
Sockets & hotels
Standard North American sockets (unusual for a British territory).
Energy mix
Practical tips
- US plugs fit local sockets directly, so US travellers do not need an adapter.
- Voltage is 110V, so US plugs and chargers are designed for it.
- Note: despite being British, the BVI use US-style electrics.