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Do I need an adapter from Australia to Europe?
You need a Type E or F adapter for Europe.
Australia: Type I, 230 V, 50 Hz → Europe: Type C/E/F, 230 V, 50 Hz.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 230 V. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
230 V is in the same range as at home, so it works whether or not it is dual voltage. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
230 V is in the same range as at home, so it works whether or not it is dual voltage. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
230 V is within what this device expects. Type I plugs do not fit Europe's Type C/E/F sockets. Pack a Type E/F adapter.
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Why
Plug shape. Australia uses Type I (two flat pins in a V shape and a flat earth pin). Sockets in Europe are Type C (two round 4 mm pins, 19 mm apart), Type E (two round 4.8 mm pins and a hole for the socket earth pin) and Type F (two round 4.8 mm pins with earth clips on the sides). They are not compatible, so you need a plug adapter.
Voltage. Australia is 230 V; Europe is 230 V. Same voltage family, so everything you own will run. Adapter or converter?
Frequency. Australia is 50 Hz; Europe is 50 Hz. No change to worry about.
Australia: Australia's nominal supply is 230 V (AS 60038) although many areas still measure close to 240 V; either way it is in the same band as Europe. Sockets are Type I only. The same Type I plug is used in New Zealand, and fits sockets in China, Argentina and Papua New Guinea.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an adapter from Australia to Europe?
Yes. Australian plugs are Type I and sockets in Europe are Types C, E or F, so you need a Type E or F adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter from Australia to Europe?
No. Both are in the same voltage range (230 V and 230 V), so single-voltage appliances work.
Will my Australian phone charger work in Europe?
Yes. Phone and laptop chargers are dual voltage (100–240 V). You only need a Type E or F plug adapter.
What about the reverse trip, Europe to Australia?
You need a Type I adapter for Australia. Full Europe to Australia guide.