Current Time in Cambodia
Check local time in Phnom Penh and all Cambodia cities. Cambodia uses ICT (UTC+7).
Cambodia Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in Cambodia
Cambodia uses ICT (UTC+7) year-round. Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city.
Daylight Saving Time observance in Cambodia varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.
Major Cities in Cambodia (1 cities)
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📞Best Time to Call Cambodia
Calling Cambodia from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Cambodia. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.
Standard business hours in Cambodia are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Cambodia 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 Cambodia
When traveling to Cambodia, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Cambodia hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Khmer. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in Cambodia
- Despite its size, Cambodia uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- The capital Phnom Penh is the political center of Cambodia with a total national population of 17M.
- Many Asian countries, including Cambodia, historically based their time zones on Beijing or Tokyo time during different periods.
- 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 Cambodia
Cambodia uses a single time zone (ICT (UTC+7)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Phnom Penh serves as the political and often economic center of Cambodia. Major business activities are spread across cities including Phnom Penh.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Cambodia, it's important to consider the time difference. ICT (UTC+7) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Cambodia.
Cambodia uses the Cambodian Riel (៛) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +855. Multiple languages are spoken, including Khmer.
Cities in Cambodia
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YemenFrequently Asked Questions About Time in Cambodia
Cambodia uses ICT (UTC+7). The capital Phnom Penh uses ICT (UTC+7).
Daylight Saving Time observance in Cambodia varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.
Calling Cambodia from the US requires careful planning due to the significant time difference. If you're on the East Coast (EST), try calling between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, which will be morning time in Cambodia. West Coast callers (PST) can call between 5:00 PM and 7:00 PM. For UK callers, early morning calls work best.
Standard business hours in Cambodia 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.
Cambodia uses the Cambodian Riel (៛) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +855. Official languages include Khmer.