Current Time in Vietnam
Check local time in Hanoi and all Vietnam cities. Vietnam uses ICT (UTC+7).
Vietnam Quick Facts
🕐Time Zones in Vietnam
Vietnam uses ICT (UTC+7) year-round. Hanoi is the capital and largest city.
Vietnam does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.
Major Cities in Vietnam (5 cities)
Click on any city to see detailed local time, sunrise/sunset times, and weather information.
📞Best Time to Call Vietnam
Calling Vietnam 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 Vietnam. 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 Vietnam are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM local time, Monday through Friday. Standard business hours in Vietnam 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 Vietnam
When traveling to Vietnam, expect significant jet lag if coming from Europe or the Americas. Allow 1-2 days to adjust to the time difference. Most Vietnam hotels will have alarm clocks, but setting your phone to local time immediately upon arrival helps. The primary language is Vietnamese. Business meetings often start punctually, so account for traffic when planning.
💡Interesting Facts About Time in Vietnam
- Despite its size, Vietnam uses only one time zone, simplifying scheduling across the entire country.
- The capital Hanoi is the political center of Vietnam with a total national population of 98M.
- Many Asian countries, including Vietnam, 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 Vietnam
Vietnam uses a single time zone (ICT (UTC+7)). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.
The capital city Hanoi serves as the political and often economic center of Vietnam. Major business activities are spread across cities including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Da Nang.
When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Vietnam, it's important to consider the time difference. ICT (UTC+7) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Vietnam.
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (₫) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +84. Multiple languages are spoken, including Vietnamese.
Cities in Vietnam
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YemenFrequently Asked Questions About Time in Vietnam
Vietnam uses ICT (UTC+7). The capital Hanoi uses ICT (UTC+7).
Vietnam does not observe Daylight Saving Time (DST). This means the time difference with countries that do observe DST (such as the US, UK, and most of Europe) will change twice a year when those countries adjust their clocks.
Calling Vietnam 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 Vietnam. 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 Vietnam 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.
Vietnam uses the Vietnamese Dong (₫) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +84. Official languages include Vietnamese.