Do You Need a Travel Adapter for Taiwan?
Taiwan uses Type A and Type B sockets at 110 V, 60 Hz.
Taiwan uses 110 V, 60 Hz with US-style Type A and B sockets. Many older buildings have only ungrounded Type A sockets. A separate 220 V supply exists for air conditioners and ovens but is not used for ordinary sockets.
Check your own plug
Verdict by where you are travelling from
From United States: No adapter needed for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
110 V is within what this device expects. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
From United Kingdom: You need a Type A adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Type G plugs do not fit Taiwan's Type A/B sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
Single-voltage device (230 V) on a 110 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type A plug adapter.
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From Europe: You need a Type A adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Type C/E/F plugs do not fit Taiwan's Type A/B sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
Single-voltage device (230 V) on a 110 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type A plug adapter.
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From Australia: You need a Type A adapter and a voltage converter.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Type I plugs do not fit Taiwan's Type A/B sockets. Pack a Type A adapter.
Single-voltage device (230 V) on a 110 V supply. A plug adapter alone will damage it; you need a voltage converter, or a dual-voltage model. You will also need a Type A plug adapter.
What to buy (on amazon.com.au)
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From Canada: No adapter needed for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
110 V is within what this device expects. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
From Japan: No adapter needed for your devices.
Dual voltage (100–240 V input) covers 110 V. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
110 V is within what this device expects. Your Type A plug fits Taiwan's Type A socket.
Device by device: 110 V in Taiwan
| Device | Voltage | Plug | What you need |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phone, laptop or USB charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Camera battery charger | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Hair dryer or straightener | Single voltage: only if rated for 100–127 V | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 220–240 V model |
| Electric shaver | Single voltage: only if rated for 100–127 V | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 220–240 V model |
| CPAP machine | Dual voltage: fine | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Plug adapter at most |
| Kettle or other appliance | Single voltage: only if rated for 100–127 V | Type A/B adapter unless your plug matches | Adapter, plus a converter if it is a 220–240 V model |
Not sure which your device is? Read the INPUT line on the label.
Frequently asked questions
What plug does Taiwan use?
Taiwan uses Type A and Type B sockets. Type A: two flat parallel pins. Type B: two flat parallel pins and a round earth pin.
What is the voltage in Taiwan?
Taiwan runs on 110 V at 60 Hz.
Can I charge my iPhone or laptop in Taiwan?
Yes. Phones, laptops and USB chargers are dual voltage (100–240 V) so the voltage is fine anywhere; US-style Type A plugs fit Taiwan's sockets, so US travellers need no adapter at all. Everyone else needs a Type A adapter.
Do I need a voltage converter for Taiwan?
Only for single-voltage 220–240 V appliances from Europe, the UK, Australia or Asia. Anything marked INPUT 100–240 V works with a plug adapter alone.
Other countries in Asia
Socket types: Type A Type B · Voltage by country · How this data was verified