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Antigua and Barbuda: plug type, voltage, driving side and emergency number
Quick travel facts for Antigua and Barbuda (capital: St John's): which plug and voltage to pack for, which side of the road traffic uses, who to call in an emergency, and the calling code, currency and time zone. Data checked 2026-10-27.
Quick answers
What plug type does Antigua and Barbuda use?
Antigua and Barbuda uses type A and type B plugs and sockets. Type A is two flat parallel pins. Type B is two flat parallel pins plus a round earth pin. All plug types by country.
What voltage does Antigua and Barbuda use?
Antigua and Barbuda uses a mains supply of about 220–230 V at 60 Hz. The two sources give slightly different nominal figures, so a range is shown; the real supply varies a little. Voltage and frequency by country.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Antigua and Barbuda?
In Antigua and Barbuda, traffic drives on the left. Driving side by country.
What is the emergency number in Antigua and Barbuda?
The emergency number in Antigua and Barbuda is 911 or 999, for police, ambulance and fire. Emergency numbers by country.
What is the calling code for Antigua and Barbuda?
Antigua and Barbuda is part of the +1 North American Numbering Plan. Dial +1, then the area code 268, then the local number. On a mobile phone you can type + instead of the international access prefix. Calling codes by country.
What currency does Antigua and Barbuda use?
The official currency of Antigua and Barbuda is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD). Currency by country.
What time zone is Antigua and Barbuda in?
Antigua and Barbuda uses UTC-04:00 as its standard time. Clocks do not change for daylight saving time. Time zones by country.
Antigua and Barbuda travel facts at a glance
| Plug types | Type A, Type B |
|---|---|
| Voltage and frequency | 220–230 V, 60 Hz |
| Driving side | Drives on the left (left-hand traffic) |
| Emergency numbers | 911 or 999 (police, ambulance, fire) |
| International dialling code | +1 (area code 268) |
| Currency | Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD, $) |
| Time zone(s) | UTC-04:00 (standard time) |
| Daylight saving | No clock changes |
Not shown for Antigua and Barbuda: official languages. Our sources either disagreed or only one source had it, so we left it out rather than guess.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a travel adapter for Antigua and Barbuda?
You need one if your devices have plugs that do not fit type A and type B sockets. A travel adapter only changes the shape of the plug; it does not change the voltage.
Do I need a voltage converter for Antigua and Barbuda?
Most phone, laptop and camera chargers accept 100 to 240 V, so a plug adapter is usually enough: check the small print on the charger. Devices rated for 110 to 120 V only, such as some hair dryers and kitchen appliances from North America, need a converter or should not be used.
Is this travel information official?
No. GeoKnow is an independent site. The facts come from public datasets and are shown only where at least two sources agree. Always check official government travel advice before you go.
When was this checked?
The data was checked on 2026-10-27. Plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change, so confirm important details before travelling.
Check before you travel
Data checked 2026-10-27. These facts are compiled from public datasets and are shown only where at least two independent sources agree. GeoKnow is an independent site and is not an official source: rules, plugs, emergency numbers and currencies can change. Before you go, confirm anything important with your government’s travel advice, the destination’s embassy, your airline, hotel or phone provider. Spotted a mistake? Tell us.
More about Antigua and Barbuda
See the main Antigua and Barbuda country page for the capital, population, land neighbours and outline map. Learn it, then test yourself: Capital Hunt (the capital of Antigua and Barbuda is St John's), Outline, Guess the Flag, Neighbour Rush and Border Run, or browse all geography games.
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Sources: Plugs, voltage and frequency: Wikipedia “Mains electricity by country” and worldstandards.eu. Driving side: Wikipedia “Left- and right-hand traffic” and Wikidata. Emergency numbers: Wikipedia “List of emergency telephone numbers” and Wikidata. Calling codes: Wikipedia “List of telephone country codes”, Wikidata and REST Countries. Currency: REST Countries and Wikidata. Languages: REST Countries and Wikidata. Time zones: the IANA time zone database, cross-checked against Wikipedia or Wikidata. Tipping: Wikipedia “List of tipping customs by country” (single source, community edited).