You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in Brazil (types C and N). Take an adapter to type N.
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Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: check on arrival
Brazil has 127/220 V, Australia has 230 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.
Frequency: different
Brazil uses 60 Hz, Australia uses 50 Hz. It makes no difference to chargers and electronics; clocks and some motor-driven appliances may behave differently.
- from: Australia
- to: Brazil
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type I | CN | doesn’t fit |
- Australia
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Brazil
- 127/220 V · 60 Hz
Brazil uses both 127 V and 220 V – it depends on the state and sometimes the city, and some buildings have both. Check the voltage before plugging in single-voltage appliances. Type N became mandatory in 2011; older buildings may still have other sockets.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Australia to Brazil?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in Brazil (types C and N). Take an adapter to type N.
Do I need a voltage converter from Australia to Brazil?
Voltage: check on arrival. Brazil has 127/220 V, Australia has 230 V – some sockets may have a different voltage from home. Check your device’s rating label.