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Kabul, Afghanistan
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
Time in Kabul – Current Local Time
Live local time, Kabul clock, UTC offset, and time differences for Kabul, Afghanistan.
Timezone: Kabul (Asia/Kabul)Offset: UTC+4:30DST: Not observed (constant all year)
Kabul is situated in Afghanistan (Asia) and observes the Asia/Kabul (Kabul) time standard at UTC+4:30 from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC). Kabul maintains a constant UTC+4:30 offset year-round, without seasonal Daylight Saving Time transitions.
The live clock above reflects current civil time to the second, providing accurate local hours for travel planning, cross-border meeting coordination, and international communications.
Time zone data verified and last updated: September 12, 2026
Timezone
Asia/Kabul
Country
Afghanistan
Region
Asia
How Many Hours Ahead or Behind is Kabul?
Calculated time differences between Kabul (UTC+4:30) and major international business hubs, dynamically accounting for active Daylight Saving Time shifts.
| Financial Hub | Current Timezone | Kabul Status | Time at 12:00 PM in Kabul |
|---|---|---|---|
| New YorkUnited States | EST/EDT | Kabul is 8 hours 30 minutes ahead | 3:30 AM |
| LondonUnited Kingdom | GMT/BST | Kabul is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead | 8:30 AM |
| TokyoJapan | JST | Kabul is 4 hours 30 minutes behind | 4:30 PM |
| SydneyAustralia | AEST/AEDT | Kabul is 5 hours 30 minutes behind | 5:30 PM |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Time in Kabul
What time is it in Kabul right now?
The live clock at the top of this page shows the exact current time in Kabul, Afghanistan, updated every second. Kabul is on Kabul (UTC+4:30 from UTC).
What time zone is Kabul in?
Kabul uses the Asia/Kabul time zone (Kabul), which is UTC+4:30 from Coordinated Universal Time. This offset stays the same all year because Kabul does not observe Daylight Saving Time.
What is the time difference between Kabul and New York?
Kabul is currently 8 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York. When it is 9:00 AM in New York, it is 5:30 PM in Kabul. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
What is the time difference between Kabul and London?
Kabul is currently 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of London. When it is 9:00 AM in London, it is 12:30 PM in Kabul. This accounts for any Daylight Saving Time in effect.
Does Kabul observe Daylight Saving Time?
No. Kabul does not observe Daylight Saving Time, so its UTC+4:30 offset from UTC stays constant throughout the year.
When is the best time to schedule a call with someone in Kabul?
Standard business hours in Kabul are 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM local time (Kabul). Use the timeline planner on this page to line up Kabul's working hours with your own time zone and find an overlap that suits both sides.
Kabul at a Glance
UTC Offset
UTC+4:30
DST Observed
No
Kabul Time & Location Profile
Timezone Identifier
Asia/Kabul (Kabul)
Current UTC Offset
UTC+4:30
Daylight Saving Time
Not Observed (fixed offset year-round)
Country & Region
Afghanistan • Asia
Planning a Trip or Call to Kabul?
✈️ Flight & Airport Details
When booking travel to Kabul, remember to account for the local time difference—Kabul is UTC+4:30 from UTC. Adjust your watch upon arrival to adjust to local routines.
💼 Business Hours & Scheduling
Kabul does not observe Daylight Saving Time, keeping international scheduling calculations consistent all year at UTC+4:30.