Electricity and sockets
You will need an adapter for Types D and M. Plugs from the UK do not fit the sockets in India.
Sockets at the destination
Mains supply in India: 230 V, 50 Hz, sockets of Types D and M. No surprises on voltage: India runs at 230 V, the same range as at home in the UK.
Travelling further to Taiwan, Kazakhstan and Brunei means a different adapter. Across Asia this setup is fairly rare: 1 of 50 countries.
Protective earth
Sockets in India are normally earthed.
Quick check by home country
| From the UK | adapter for Types D and M | Check route → |
|---|---|---|
| From the US | adapter for Types D and M | Check route → |
Voltage and frequency in India match UK appliances, so only the plug shape matters. Check your own device →
Common questions
Yes. UK plugs do not fit the sockets in India.
The records list Types D and M; the grid supplies 230 V at 50 Hz.
No. At 230 V the supply matches UK and European appliances.
If a socket gets hot, crackles or smells burnt, unplug the device straight away.
Data for India from IEC World Plugs and IEC TR 60083. Sources and method →