You need a travel adapter, and likely a voltage converter
India: Type C/D/M · 230V → United States of America: Type A/B · 120V
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Plug shape, voltage, frequency — the four things that decide whether your gear works on this route.
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Why this specific origin → destination pair has the quirks it does — local context the data alone won't show.
India and United States of America couldn't be more different when it comes to power systems, and that matters for every device you pack. Type C/D/M (India) and Type A/B (United States of America) are fundamentally different plug shapes. Voltage is where you need to pay attention. 230V in India versus 120V in United States of America means you'll need more than just an adapter. Temperature measured in Fahrenheit (°F). This isn't a route where you want to figure things out at the hotel.
- →Uses 12H time format (e.g., 11:00 PM)
- →Temperature measured in Fahrenheit (°F)
- →Electrical system uses 120V at 60Hz with Type A/B plugs
- →Tap water is safe to drink in most areas
- →Most United States of America hotels have a limited number of adapters at the front desk. Ask early.
- →USB ports are everywhere in US hotels. Consider using those for phones/tablets.
- →When in doubt, look for "INPUT: 100-240V" on your device. That means it's safe without a converter.
What to pack for this route.
One adapter for the plug shape, one converter when voltage bands cross. That covers most of what you need.
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