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