Australia Travel Adapters
Type I • 230 volts • 50 Hz
Australia uses mains electricity supplied at 230 volts at 50 Hz. The standard Australian plug and outlet is Type I, with two angled flat power pins and a third vertical grounding pin on grounded plugs.
Travelers from the U.S. using Type A or Type B plugs need a US-to-Australia Type I travel adapter. A travel adapter changes the plug shape only and does not convert voltage. Devices marked for 100–240V input can be used on Australia's 230V supply with the correct adapter; equipment that is not dual voltage requires an appropriate voltage converter.
What Plug Type Does Australia Use?
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Adapter may also be spelled adaptor. Converter may be spelled convertor. Grounded may also be described as earthed.
Australia uses the Type I plug and outlet system standardized under AS/NZS 3112. Grounded Type I plugs have two angled flat power pins and a third vertical grounding pin; ungrounded Type I plugs use the two angled power pins only.
Australian wall outlets are normally switched, so turn the outlet on after plugging in your adapter.
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Do I need a voltage converter for Australia?
Only if your device isn't dual voltage. Most phones, laptops, and cameras are rated for 100–240V and only need a Type I plug adapter. High-wattage single-voltage appliances, like hair dryers, straighteners, or some CPAP machines, need a voltage converter, not just an adapter. Check the device label for its voltage rating before you travel.
Can I use my US phone charger in Australia?
Yes, in most cases. Nearly all modern phone and laptop chargers are dual voltage and will work on Australia's 230V supply. You'll still need a Type I plug adapter, since the charger's US plug won't physically fit an Australian outlet.
Are Australian and US power outlets interchangeable?
No. Australia uses Type I outlets and the US uses Type A/B. The plug shapes are different, and Australia runs at 230V compared to 120V in the US, so a plug adapter alone is only safe for devices that already support both voltages.
