An adapter may be useful
Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type I.
Travel
Spain China
Will your plugs and devices from home work there?
Voltage: no converter needed
China has 220 V, Spain has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.
Frequency: the same
50 Hz in both countries.
- from: Spain
- to: China
Plug by plug
| Your plug | Sockets there | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Type C | ACI | fits |
| Type F | ACI | doesn’t fit |
- Spain
- 230 V · 50 Hz
- China
- 220 V · 50 Hz
Sockets usually combine a two-slot opening for type A and C plugs with a three-pin type I opening. The voltage is 220 V everywhere, so American devices that are not dual-voltage need a converter.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a plug adapter from Spain to China?
An adapter may be useful. Only some of your plugs fit (type C). For the others, take an adapter to type I.
Do I need a voltage converter from Spain to China?
Voltage: no converter needed. China has 220 V, Spain has 230 V – your devices work without a converter.