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Your plugs & sockets

Voltage

230V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

A, B, C, E, F

Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type B Plug
Type B Socket
Type B
Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type E Plug
Type E Socket
Type E
Type F Plug
Type F Socket
Type F

Plugs & sockets in China

Voltage

220V

Frequency

50Hz

Plugs

A, C, I

Type A Plug
Type A Socket
Type A
Type C Plug
Type C Socket
Type C
Type I Plug
Type I Socket
Type I

Laos to China: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed

Whether it's a business trip or a vacation, traveling from Laos to China requires a quick check on power compatibility. The last thing you want is to arrive and discover your charger doesn't fit the outlets.

Good news: Laos and China share compatible plug types (Type A and C). Your existing plugs should fit directly into China's outlets without any adapter needed.

On the voltage front, Laos (230V, 50Hz) and China (220V, 50Hz) are very similar. You shouldn't need a voltage converter for your electronics.

Don't forget that China hotel rooms sometimes have a universal shaver socket in the bathroom, but these low-wattage outlets aren't suitable for high-draw devices. For reliable charging, use the standard wall outlets with a proper adapter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Not necessarily. Both countries support Type A/C plugs, so your devices should fit China's outlets directly.