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Do you need a plug adapter from France to China?
Adapter needed
Yes — you need a plug adapter from France to China. China uses Type A/I sockets that France plugs do not fit.
France to China
France → China
- France plugs
- C E
- China sockets
- A C I
- Adapter
- Required
- Voltage
- 230V → 220V
Socket types in China
| Type A | Two flat parallel pins (ungrounded). Common across North America and Japan. |
|---|---|
| Type I | Two flat angled pins, often with a grounding pin. Australia, New Zealand, Argentina. |
Voltage is broadly compatible: France uses 230V, China uses 220V.
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter from France to China?
Yes. China uses Type A/I sockets, which France plugs do not fit, so pack a suitable adapter.
Will my devices work on China’s voltage?
China runs at 220V, 50Hz. Dual-voltage chargers (most phones and laptops) are fine; single-voltage devices may need a converter.