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Do you need a plug adapter from United States to Australia?
Adapter needed
Yes — you need a plug adapter from United States to Australia. Australia uses Type I sockets that United States plugs do not fit.
United States to Australia
United States → Australia
- United States plugs
- A B
- Australia sockets
- I
- Adapter
- Required
- Voltage
- 120V → 230V
Socket types in Australia
| Type I | Two flat angled pins, often with a grounding pin. Australia, New Zealand, Argentina. |
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Voltage differs: United States runs at 120V, Australia at 230V. Most phone and laptop chargers handle both; single-voltage devices may need a converter.
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter from United States to Australia?
Yes. Australia uses Type I sockets, which United States plugs do not fit, so pack a suitable adapter.
Will my devices work on Australia’s voltage?
Australia runs at 230V, 50Hz. Dual-voltage chargers (most phones and laptops) are fine; single-voltage devices may need a converter.