Plug types by country / Antigua and Barbuda
Plug Type and Voltage in Antigua and Barbuda
Antigua and Barbuda uses Type A and Type B sockets. The standard voltage is 230V and the frequency is 60Hz.
Sockets in Antigua and Barbuda
Type A: two flat parallel pins, ungrounded. Also used in North and Central America and Japan.
Type B: two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin, grounded. Also used in North and Central America.
Will your plug fit in Antigua and Barbuda?
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States (A, B) | No adapter needed | Converter for 120V-only devices |
| United Kingdom (G) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Germany (C, F) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| France (C, E) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Italy (C, F, L) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Switzerland (C, J) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Australia (I) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| China (A, C, I) | Adapter for some plugs | Same range |
| Japan (A, B) | No adapter needed | Converter for 100V-only devices |
| India (C, D, M) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Brazil (C, N) | Adapter needed | Converter for 127V-only devices |
| South Africa (C, D, M, N) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Israel (C, H) | Adapter needed | Same range |
| Denmark (C, E, F, K) | Adapter needed | Same range |
Countries with the same sockets as Antigua and Barbuda
These countries also use Type A and Type B sockets, so plugs that fit in Antigua and Barbuda fit there too.
Frequently asked questions
What plug type is used in Antigua and Barbuda?
Antigua and Barbuda uses Type A and Type B sockets. Type A has two flat parallel pins. Type B has two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin.
What is the voltage in Antigua and Barbuda?
The standard voltage in Antigua and Barbuda is 230V at 60Hz. Devices from 100-127V countries such as the US need to be rated for 100-240V or used with a voltage converter.
Can I use a US plug in Antigua and Barbuda?
Yes, it fits. United States uses Type A and Type B plugs and Antigua and Barbuda has Type A and Type B sockets. The voltage also differs (120V vs 230V), so check that your devices are rated 100-240V.
Can I use a UK plug in Antigua and Barbuda?
No, you need an adapter. United Kingdom uses Type G plugs and Antigua and Barbuda has Type A and Type B sockets.