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