Current Date And Time In Vientiane, Laos
Saturday, 27 June 2026
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Explore complete geographic and administrative data about Vientiane, a state or region of Laos in Asia. Find GPS coordinates, time zone, currency, dialing code, TLD domain, elevation and the live local date & time for Vientiane — all in one place for quick reference, business planning and location intelligence.
Key Benefits: Location intelligence for market research • Real-time local date & time for global scheduling • Currency data for financial planning • GPS coordinates for logistics & route planning • Dialing code for telecom setup • State-level data for strategic decision-making
| Category | Attribute | Value |
|---|---|---|
| State | ||
| Full Name | Vientiane | |
| State Capital | Phonhong | |
| State Code | VI | |
| Country | Laos | |
| Continent | Asia | |
| Area | ||
| Area in km2 | 15,927.00 | |
| Area in mi2 | 6,149.45 | |
| Area Rank in Country | Rank #8 | |
| Percentage of Laos Area | 6.73% | |
| Currency | ||
| Name | Lao Kip | |
| Code ISO-4217 | LAK | |
| Symbol | ₭ | |
| Dialing Code | ||
| Country Calling Code | +856 | |
| International Exit Prefix | 00 | |
| Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD) | ||
| Domain | .la | |
| Elevation | ||
| In Meter | 178 | |
| In Feet | 584 | |
| GPS Coordinates | ||
| Latitude | 17.98 | |
| Longitude | 102.63 | |
| Decimal Degrees (DD) | 17.976° N 102.633° E | |
| Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS) | 17° 58' 33" N 102° 37' 59" E | |
| Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM) | 17° 58.54' N 102° 37.99' E | |
| Time Zone | ||
| UTC Offset | +07:00 | |
| Daylight Saving Time (DST) | No Daylight Saving Time, same UTC offset for all year |
Below is a list of the largest cities and urban centers in Vientiane, sorted by total population. Each city profile features dynamic geographical data, GPS coordinates and population metrics, providing location intelligence and regional intelligence data for logistics planning, route optimization and business market research within Laos.
| City Name | Population | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vang Vieng | 25,000 | 18.924° N | 102.448° E |
| Muang Phôn-Hông | 10,112 | 18.495° N | 102.415° E |
| Ban Dansavan | 1,196 | 18.441° N | 102.56° E |
| Mai | 510 | 18.484° N | 102.68° E |
| Donesayoudoom | 509 | 18.622° N | 102.642° E |
| Muang Kasi | - | 19.229° N | 102.253° E |
| Muang Sanakham | - | 17.91° N | 101.673° E |
Vientiane is an administrative region of Laos, located in Asia. It forms a key geographic and administrative unit within Laos's national structure. Business professionals, travel planners, logistics teams and location analysts rely on data from Vientiane for market research, site selection, supply chain optimization and strategic decision-making. › Explore all states of Laos
Precise GPS coordinates of Vientiane enable accurate mapping for logistics planning, delivery route optimization and supply chain management. The geographic position of Vientiane within Laos plays a vital role in regional connectivity, transportation infrastructure and proximity analysis for businesses entering Asia markets. › View Vientiane on map
Understanding the local time zone of Vientiane is essential for scheduling international calls, coordinating cross-border operations and planning virtual business meetings. The UTC offset for this region directly affects trading hours, financial transactions and real-time communications with global teams operating across different time zones. › Compare country time zones
The official currency used in Vientiane is Lao kip (LAK). Accurate currency data is critical for financial planning, international trade, foreign exchange operations and travel expense budgeting. Businesses expanding into Laos need this information for pricing strategies, payment processing and cross-border financial reporting. › Browse all country currencies
The international dialing code and phone prefix for Vientiane are essential for businesses setting up customer service lines, call centers and international communication networks. Telecommunications professionals rely on accurate dialing data for VoIP configuration, PBX systems and remote workforce management across Laos. › View all country calling codes
Vientiane is one of the administrative divisions that shapes the geographic identity of Laos in Asia. Professionals in location intelligence, regional planning and demographic analysis use state-level data to drive informed decisions — from elevation and GPS data to time zone alignment and internet domain details. › Nearby states | Cities in Vientiane
Vientiane covers an area of approximately 15,927.00 square kilometers (6,149.45 square miles). This is about 6.73% of Laos's total area. For comparative analysis of country and region sizes, explore our geographic database.
The capital city of Vientiane is Phonhong. It serves as the administrative and political centre of the region within Laos. The national capital of Laos is Vientiane.
Vientiane follows the +07:00 timezone — the same as its parent country Laos. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations and coordinating with partners across regions.
The currency used in Vientiane is the Lao kip (LAK), represented by the symbol ₭ — the official currency of Laos. For exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our international currency database.
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