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Travel Adapter Guide for Puerto Rico

The travel adapter guide for Puerto Rico is a comprehensive guide to the types of plugs and sockets used in Puerto Rico. It includes information on the frequency, voltage, and types of plugs used in Puerto Rico.

There are 15 different types of plugs and sockets in use around the world today, along with a variety of different voltage and frequency standards. This guide will help you understand the different types of plugs and sockets used in Puerto Rico and how they compare to those you use at home, so you can be sure you have the right adapter for your trip.

What socket types are available?

Puerto Rico uses earthed sockets of Type B Type B plug. Unearthed Type A Type A plug sockets are occasionally found as well; on extension cords for example.

About socket types

Which plugs can I use?

You can use unearthed (two-pronged) Type A Type A plug and earthed (three-pronged) Type B Type B plug plugs in Puerto Rican sockets. Type A Type A plug plugs are used in North America, East Asia and other regions.

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Voltage and frequency

The Puerto Rican power grid supplies electricity at 120 volts and 60 Hz. Always check the voltage and frequency ratings of your devices before plugging them in. Many devices, such as phone chargers, are dual-voltage and can be used in Puerto Rico without a voltage converter. However, some devices, such as hair dryers, are often not dual-voltage and will require a voltage converter to operate safely.

About voltage converters

Travelling to Puerto Rico soon?

Use our compatibility checker to see if you can use your local devices in Puerto Rico, and have a look at our recommended travel adapters for your trip.

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Plug TypesA, B 
Voltage120V 
Frequency60Hz 

What do Puerto Rican sockets look like?

Puerto Rico uses the following plug and socket types:

ModelSocket DiagramPlug Diagram
Type AType A socketType A plug
Type BType B socketType B plug