Plugs & sockets in China 🇨🇳
China uses Type A, Type C, Type I sockets at 220V, 50 Hz. Check which adapter you need from your country below.
No adapter needed
Your plugs already fit the sockets in China.
Voltage: 120V to 220V
Different band. Phones, laptops and most chargers are dual-voltage (100-240V) and are fine; single-voltage devices need a converter. Check the label.
China uses Type A, Type C, Type I
220V, 50 Hz (your country is 60 Hz).
A guide for travellers, not an electrical safety certification. Always check your device label for its voltage range.
The sockets used in China
Type A
Two flat parallel pins. Used across North America, Central America and Japan.
Type C
Two round pins, the European “Europlug”. Fits most round-pin sockets across Europe, South America and Asia.
Type I
Two or three flat pins in a V. Australia, New Zealand, China and Argentina.
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50 Hz
Who needs an adapter for China?
🇺🇸 From United States
No adapter needed
Voltage differs (120V to 220V); dual-voltage devices are fine.
🇬🇧 From United Kingdom
Adapter needed (Type A / C / I)
Voltage compatible.
🇩🇪 From Germany
No adapter needed
Voltage compatible.
🇦🇺 From Australia
No adapter needed
Voltage compatible.
China plug FAQ
What plug do they use in China?
China uses Type A, Type C, Type I power sockets, running on 220V at 50 Hz.
Do I need a travel adapter for China?
It depends where you are from. United States: no adapter needed. United Kingdom: yes, a Type A/C/I adapter. Germany: no adapter needed. Australia: no adapter needed.
Do I need a voltage converter in China?
China runs on 220V. Phones, laptops and most chargers are dual-voltage (100-240V) and only need a plug adapter. Single-voltage devices may need a converter, so check the label.
Last reviewed 2026-06-03. A traveller guide, not an electrical safety certification; always check your device label. Sources: IEC World Plugs, worldstandards.eu plug & socket guide.
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