Time in Egypt - Time Zones

Egypt Quick Facts

🏛️ Capital City

Cairo

👥 Population

104M

💰 Currency

E£ Egyptian Pound

📞 Phone Code

+20

🗣️ Official Languages

Arabic

🕐 Time Zones in Egypt

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

Egypt uses Eastern European Time (UTC+2). Cairo is the largest city in Africa and the Arab world. Egypt resumed Daylight Saving Time in 2023 after several years without it.

Daylight Saving Time observance in Egypt varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

🏙️ Major Cities in Egypt (1 cities)

Cairo

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

📞 Best Time to Call Egypt

When calling Egypt, consider the time zone difference of EET (UTC+2). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

Standard business hours in Egypt 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 Egypt

When planning your trip to Egypt, factor in the time zone change and allow time to adjust. Local business hours, cultural customs around punctuality, and communication styles may differ from your home country. Download offline maps and translation apps before traveling.

🎯 Interesting Facts About Time in Egypt

•The capital Cairo is the political center of Egypt with a total national population of 104M.
•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 Egypt

Egypt spans 2 time zones, from EET (UTC+2) to EEST (UTC+3). This makes it relatively straightforward to coordinate times across the country.

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

When planning international calls, video conferences, or business meetings with contacts in Egypt, it's important to consider the time zone difference. EET (UTC+2) is the most commonly referenced time zone for Egypt. However, depending on the specific location, you may need to account for EEST (UTC+3).

Egypt uses the Egyptian Pound (E£) as its official currency. The international dialing code is +20.The official language is Arabic.

🏙️ Cities in Egypt

Explore local time in 1 city across Egypt

Cairo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Egypt

What time zone is Egypt in?

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

Does Egypt observe Daylight Saving Time?

Daylight Saving Time observance in Egypt varies. Check current local time using our tool to ensure accuracy, especially during spring and autumn when DST transitions typically occur.

What is the best time to call Egypt from the US?

When calling Egypt, consider the time zone difference of EET (UTC+2). Business hours are typically 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time. Use our time converter tool to find the optimal calling time from your location.

What are typical business hours in Egypt?

Standard business hours in Egypt 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.