An adapter may be useful
Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type D.
Travel
France India
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
India has 230 V, France has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: France
- to: India
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type C | CDM | fits |
| Type E | CDM | doesn’t fit |
- France
- 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 France to India?
An adapter may be useful. Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type D.
Do I need a voltage converter from France to India?
Voltage: no converter needed. India has 230 V, France has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.