Bulgaria flagCurrent Time in Bulgaria

Check local time in Sofia and all Bulgaria cities. Bulgaria spans 2 time zones.

Bulgaria Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City
Sofia
👥 Population
7M
💰 Currency
лв Bulgarian Lev
📞 Phone Code
+359
🗣️ Official Languages
Bulgarian

🕐Time Zones in Bulgaria

EET (UTC+2)EEST (UTC+3)

Bulgaria uses EET (UTC+2) year-round. Sofia is the capital and largest city.

Bulgaria observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Bulgaria uses EEST (UTC+3).

Major Cities in Bulgaria (1 cities)

Sofia
Sofia
09:20

Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.

📞Best Time to Call Bulgaria

To call Bulgaria from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Bulgaria. For UK callers, Bulgaria is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Bulgaria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Bulgaria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

✈️Time-Related Travel Tips for Bulgaria

Traveling to Bulgaria from North America typically involves a 5-9 hour time difference. The jet lag is usually manageable within 1-2 days. European business culture values punctuality, so arrive on time for meetings. Bulgaria follows the 24-hour clock format in official contexts, though 12-hour format is also common in casual settings.

💡Interesting Facts About Time in Bulgaria

  • The capital Sofia is the political center of Bulgaria with a total national population of 7M.
  • Bulgaria follows Central European Time conventions, making business coordination with other EU countries straightforward.
  • Time zone boundaries don't always follow geographical lines - they're often adjusted for political, economic, or practical reasons.
  • The concept of standardized time zones was developed in the 19th century with the expansion of railways, replacing local solar time.

About Time in Bulgaria

Bulgaria uses a single time zone (EET (UTC+2)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

The capital city Sofia serves as the political and often economic center of Bulgaria. Major business activities are spread across cities including Sofia.

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Bulgaria, it's important to consider the time difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Bulgaria.

Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian Lev (лв) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +359. Multiple languages are spoken, including Bulgarian.

Cities in Bulgaria

Explore local time in 1 city across Bulgaria:

Sofia

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Bulgaria

Bulgaria spans 2 time zones: EET (UTC+2), EEST (UTC+3). The capital Sofia uses EET (UTC+2).

Bulgaria observes Daylight Saving Time (DST), known as Summer Time in Europe. Clocks spring forward one hour on the last Sunday of March and fall back on the last Sunday of October. During summer months, Bulgaria uses EEST (UTC+3).

To call Bulgaria from the United States, the best time is between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM EST, which corresponds to 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM in Bulgaria. For UK callers, Bulgaria is typically 1 hour ahead (or the same time during summer months). Early morning or late afternoon calls work best for most European schedules.

Standard business hours in Bulgaria are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Government offices and banks may have shorter hours. Many businesses close for lunch, especially in Southern European, Latin American, and Asian countries.

Bulgaria uses the Bulgarian Lev (лв) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +359. Official languages include Bulgarian.