You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in France (types C and E). Take an adapter to type E.
Travel
Australia France
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
France has 230 V, Australia has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: Australia
- to: France
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type I | CE | doesn’t fit |
- Australia
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- France
- 230 V · 50 Hz
Type E sockets with a protruding earth pin. Most German and other European plugs fit thanks to the hybrid CEE 7/7 design.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Australia to France?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in France (types C and E). Take an adapter to type E.
Do I need a voltage converter from Australia to France?
Voltage: no converter needed. France has 230 V, Australia has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.