You need a plug adapter
Your plugs from France (types C and E) don’t fit the sockets in Australia (type I). Take an adapter to type I.
Travel
France Australia
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
Australia has 230 V, France has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: France
- to: Australia
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type C | I | doesn’t fit |
| Type E | I | doesn’t fit |
- France
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- Australia
- 230 V · 50 Hz
Many Australian sockets have their own on/off switch – make sure it is on.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from France to Australia?
You need a plug adapter. Your plugs from France (types C and E) don’t fit the sockets in Australia (type I). Take an adapter to type I.
Do I need a voltage converter from France to Australia?
Voltage: no converter needed. Australia has 230 V, France has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.