This content is informed by electricity authority guidelines, IEC recommendations, and practical feedback from travellers abroad.
Recommended Travel Adaptor for New York
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New York is frequently part of a trip that also includes Canada and Mexico. It’s a good idea to check plug types for each destination — they can differ slightly.
Sockets in New York
New York uses Type A and B plugs and sockets.
Type A
Type A sockets have two flat parallel pins and no grounding. Unlike Type G, they don’t include an earth pin, which makes them less secure.
Type B
Type B sockets have two flat parallel pins plus a round grounding pin. Unlike Type G, the pins are thinner and there’s no built-in fuse.
Do You Need a Voltage Converter?
You’ll probably need a voltage converter in New York for certain devices, as the mains supply there doesn’t match ours. In the UK we use 230 V, so the voltage isn’t the same.
Check the mains rating on your device before travelling. A mark of ‘100–240 V, 50/60 Hz’ means it’ll work abroad without any converter.
Top Travel Essentials to Take With You
Every trip feels smoother with a few clever extras. No more guessing your suitcase weight with a luggage scale, no more dead phone on the train with a power bank, and no more messy bag thanks to packing cubes. They’re small additions, but they make a big difference.
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