Your plugs & sockets
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
G
Plugs & sockets in China
Voltage
220V
Frequency
50Hz
Plugs
A, C, I
United Arab Emirates to China: Complete Plug & Adapter Guide (2026) Adapter Needed
Getting ready for your journey from United Arab Emirates to China? Electrical compatibility is easy to overlook, but bringing the wrong plug or forgetting an adapter can leave you scrambling at your hotel. Here's what you need to know.
Your United Arab Emirates plugs (Type G) won't fit China's outlets (Type A, C, I). You'll want to grab a universal travel adapter or one specifically designed for China before you depart.
The voltage and frequency in China (220V, 50Hz) are close to United Arab Emirates (230V, 50Hz), so your appliances should work without a converter.
When packing for China, bring at least one adapter per room if you're traveling with others. Airport shops often sell them at a markup, so ordering one online beforehand saves money. A small power strip from home can also multiply a single adapter into several outlets.
