Travel Adapter for Argentina: Do You Need One? (Andorra → Argentina)Adapter Needed

If you're heading to Argentina from Andorra, sorting out the power situation is one of the easiest pre-trip wins. Below you'll find the plug types, voltage, and frequency used in Argentina, whether you need an adapter, and which devices are safe to plug in.

Do you need a travel adapter for Argentina?

Good news: you generally don't need a plug adapter. Both Andorra and Argentina use Type C outlets, so your existing plugs should fit Argentina's sockets directly. A universal adapter is still worth keeping in your bag as a backup for future trips.

What plugs and sockets does Argentina use?

Argentina uses these power plug types: Type C (Europlug): two round pins, ungrounded, and the most widely used plug across Europe; Type I: two flat angled pins (plus ground), used in Australia, New Zealand and China. Outlets run at 220V and 50Hz. Since Andorra also uses Type C, your plugs already match.

Voltage and frequency in Argentina

Argentina runs on 220V at 50Hz, very close to Andorra (230V, 50Hz). That means voltage isn't a concern here, since your appliances won't be over- or under-powered, so no voltage converter is needed.

Will your devices work in Argentina?

Phones, tablets, laptops, and camera chargers are nearly always dual-voltage (100-240V), so they work in Argentina with just your existing plug, and no converter is required. Even heat-based appliances like hair dryers and straighteners should run fine given the matching 220V supply, though it's always worth a quick label check.

What travel adapter should you buy for Argentina?

Because Andorra and Argentina share Type C outlets, you don't need a special adapter for this trip. A universal travel adapter is still a smart, inexpensive backup if you plan to travel elsewhere, and the better ones add USB-C fast charging to free up your charger.

Tips for charging your devices in Argentina

Pack at least one adapter per traveler, and consider a small power strip from home, which turns a single Argentina outlet into several. Ordering online before you fly is almost always cheaper than airport kiosks.