🔌 Plugs & adapters
Yes. You'll need a universal travel adapter.
The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
- Type C: Two round pins (the "Europlug")
- Type D: Three large round pins in a triangle
- Type M: Three large round pins (larger than type D)
🕒 Time difference
India is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).
💶 Money & tipping
India uses the Indian rupee (INR).
Around 10% in restaurants if no service charge is added.
🚗 Driving
Traffic drives on the left, the same as in the UK. Speed limits are signed in km/h. Convert km/h to mph →
🗣️ Language & phone
Main language: Hindi and English (plus many regional languages). Dialling code: +91.
Quick answers for India
Places in India
Common questions
Do I need a plug adapter for India?
Yes. You'll need a universal travel adapter. The voltage (230V) is close to the UK's 230V, so UK appliances work with just a plug adapter.
What plug type does India use?
India uses type C, D, M: type C – Two round pins (the "Europlug"); type D – Three large round pins in a triangle; type M – Three large round pins (larger than type D). The voltage is 230V at 50Hz.
What is the time difference between the UK and India?
India is 5 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in the UK winter and 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of the UK in the UK summer (the clocks change on different dates).
Which side of the road do they drive on in India?
On the left, the same as the UK.
What currency is used in India?
The Indian rupee (INR).
Do you tip in India?
Around 10% in restaurants if no service charge is added.
What is the dialling code for India?
+91. From a UK phone, dial +91 and drop the first 0 of the local number.
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