You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in India (types C, D and M). Take an adapter to type D.
Travel
Australia India
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
India has 230 V, Australia has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: Australia
- to: India
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type I | CDM | doesn’t fit |
- Australia
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- India
- 230 V · 50 Hz
Sockets are usually type D or combined D/M; many also accept Europlugs. Voltage fluctuations are common, so a surge protector is a good idea.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Australia to India?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from Australia (type I) don’t fit the sockets in India (types C, D and M). Take an adapter to type D.
Do I need a voltage converter from Australia to India?
Voltage: no converter needed. India has 230 V, Australia has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.