Various region codes and plugs can often cause confusion when planning on staying in another country if you've never visited before. This page has been written to stop visitors worrying if they can power the mobile phone when they are staying abroad.The following useful guide shows how to power the mobile phone when visiting England by using the standard 230 volt 50Hz G Type power outlet, the Britons will use a BS 1363 13 amp plug for charging. When you are visiting England from a different region please ensure that the mobile phone can be charged using a 240v supply. If it was purchased in a country which uses a lower voltage such as 110v make sure the mobile phone is dual voltage (marked with 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional transformer to stop the device from over-heating whilst powering it.
These instructions are for a generic mobile phone and assume the phone has a standard micro USB port, Bluetooth connectivity and a headphone socket. For all the latest phones please visit the Mobile phones page for a full list of makes and models.
Charging any mobile phone in England
Can you use any mobile phone in England?
Yes, you can use any mobile phone in England by using the correct power convertor.
What is the best power charger for recharging any mobile phone in England?
When you are travelling with more than just your mobile phone the best travel charger for England to buy is a multiple USB port adapter which includes compatible plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger. Because these chargers are supplied with interchangeable plugs and can handle from 100 volts - 240 volts it makes them ideal for multiple countries in Europe, Asia, North America and Africa just by changing the included plugs. If your mobile phone supports Fast Charge then you'll benefit from quicker charging times by using one of these types of USB travel chargers plus compatibility with more power hungry devices like tablets.
This means you can power multiple devices at the same time without needing to bring multiple travel chargers for your British trip or occupying additional power outlets. Because you are only packing a single lightweight USB travel charger will also keep the overall size down, making it perfect to store in hand baggage whilst travelling and convenient for charging your mobile phone at an airport or on a plane. Because of their space saving versatility these types of adapters can be used when back at home not just abroad so when you’re not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple phones and tablets with only a single wall outlet.
If you travel frequently we suggest buying a versatile travel adapter like this at an electronics retailer - the multipurpose travel adapter illustrated here is the universal multi-device USB wall charger which has been successfully tested for powering multiple USB devices in numerous foreign countries around the world with good reliably.
Alternative travel adapter for England
The 4 port USB travel charger is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the mobile phone, however for those also wishing to use their domestic plugs these power strips provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power strips offer surge protection which is necessary when visiting counties with unreliable power grids. These power adapters come supplied with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs which cover both England and over 150 countries around the world:
- BESTEK Portable International Travel Voltage Converter - The BESTEK international travel converter has 4 USB charging ports with 3 AC power outlets and is the most popular compact power converter for travellers originating from America visiting England using 3 pin type B US plug sockets.
- ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Likewise having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from America using type B plugs. This is a more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet at almost half the price.
- BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has 2 AC outlets but offers 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for a wide range of travellers from around the world visiting England.[5][AD]
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