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Do you need a plug adapter from United States to India?
Adapter needed
Yes — you need a plug adapter from United States to India. India uses Type C/D/M sockets that United States plugs do not fit.
United States to India
United States → India
- United States plugs
- A B
- India sockets
- C D M
- Adapter
- Required
- Voltage
- 120V → 230V
Socket types in India
| Type C | Two round pins. The standard "Europlug" used across most of Europe. |
|---|---|
| Type D | Three large round pins in a triangle. Mainly India and nearby regions. |
| Type M | Three large round pins. Used in South Africa and for heavy appliances elsewhere. |
Voltage differs: United States runs at 120V, India 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 India?
Yes. India uses Type C/D/M sockets, which United States plugs do not fit, so pack a suitable adapter.
Will my devices work on India’s voltage?
India runs at 230V, 50Hz. Dual-voltage chargers (most phones and laptops) are fine; single-voltage devices may need a converter.