🇫🇷 Plugs & Voltage in France
From Australia/NZ? · From the UK/Ireland?
Type C, Type E · 230V · 50Hz
Voltage
230V
220–240V standard
Frequency
50Hz
AC power
Plug Types
Type CType E
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Check my adapter needs →Plug Types Used in France
Type C
Two round pins (Europlug)
Europe, Asia, S. America
Type E
Two round pins + hole
France, Belgium, Poland
Do I need an adapter for France? Quick answers by home country
| Travelling from | Plug adapter | Voltage |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Needed | Different (120V → 230V): check device labels |
| Canada | Needed | Different (120V → 230V): check device labels |
| United Kingdom | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| Germany / most of the EU | Not needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| Australia | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| New Zealand | Needed | Similar (230V → 230V) |
| India | Needed for Type D/M plugs (Type C fits) | Similar (230V → 230V) |
Based on the plug types listed above. Phone, tablet and laptop chargers are almost always rated 100–240V and only need a plug adapter; hair dryers, straighteners and kettles often are not. Check any country pair →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What plug type is used in France?
France uses Type C, Type E. Type C (Two round pins (Europlug) — used in Europe, Asia, S. America). Type E (Two round pins + hole — used in France, Belgium, Poland).
What voltage does France use?
France uses 230 volts at 50 Hz. This puts it in the 220–240V range. Most modern electronics (phones, laptops, cameras) accept 100–240V and will work fine with just a plug adapter.
Do I need a power adapter for France?
If your home country uses different plug types to Type C, Type E, yes — you will need a plug adapter. Whether you need a voltage converter depends on your device. Check the label: if it says '100–240V', you only need a plug adapter.
Do New Zealanders need a power adapter for France?
New Zealanders travelling to France need a plug adapter (Type I to Type C, Type E) but no voltage converter — France runs on 230V which is compatible with NZ's 230V standard.
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