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Current Date And Time In Paktia, Afghanistan

Saturday, 27 June 2026
03:15:24 AFT
Capital: Gardez
Currency: Afghan Afghani (AFN)
Timezone: UTC +04:30 (AFT)
Population: 550,000
Area: 6,432.00 km²
State Code: PIA

✈️ Paktia, Afghanistan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Paktia, Afghanistan using verified regional travel data β€” plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Paktia.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Paktia with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Paktia β€” so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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πŸš— Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Afghanistan, which includes Paktia, follow Right-hand traffic β€” check road rules for Afghanistan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Afghanistan's time zone +04:30, country calling code +93 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .AF. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Paktia.

AttributeValue
πŸš— Driving Side➑️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+04:30
πŸ“ž Country Calling Code+93
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.AF

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Afghanistan β€” police 119, ambulance 112, fire brigade 119. Store these in your phone before you reach Paktia. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Paktia.

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Police
119
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Ambulance
112
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Fire
119

⚑ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Paktia, Afghanistan runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in β€” connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Paktia and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Paktia.

StandardDetail
⚑ Voltage230 V
πŸ”„ Frequency50 Hz
πŸ”Œ Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Paktia, Afghanistan is set to Afghanistan Time (AFT) with a current offset of UTC +04:30. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Paktia requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneAfghanistan Time (AFT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +04:30
πŸ“… DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
πŸ•’ Current Local Time8:45 AM on Saturday, June 27, 2026

πŸ—ΊοΈ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Paktia. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Logar (Afghanistan)24 mi39 kmNNW
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Khowst (Afghanistan)36 mi59 kmSE
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Ghazni (Afghanistan)56 mi91 kmWest (W)
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Kabul (Afghanistan)60 mi96 kmNorth (N)
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Nangarhar (Afghanistan)78 mi125 kmENE
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πŸ™οΈ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Paktia by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Gardez103,60133.5974Β° N69.2259Β° E
Maidan Khulahβ€”33.6492Β° N69.7812Β° E
Salam Khelβ€”33.6707Β° N69.3298Β° E
Shwakβ€”33.4239Β° N69.3768Β° E
Tsamkaniβ€”33.8030Β° N69.8167Β° E
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Paktia, Afghanistan

⚑ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Paktia, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Afghanistan travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Paktia protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Afghanistan saved in your phone before your arrival in Paktia from our Afghanistan emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Paktia profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

πŸš— Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Paktia operates under Afghanistan's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Paktia, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Paktia.

✈️ Getting to and Around Paktia

Reaching Paktia and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links β€” road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Paktia interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Paktia's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

πŸ“ž Staying Connected in Paktia

Reliable communication in Paktia starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +93 is required for all inbound calls β€” read the Afghanistan calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier β€” checking local telecom options on the main Afghanistan directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

πŸ’Ό Running Business Operations in Paktia

Setting up operations in Paktia means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Afghanistan's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Paktia prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

πŸ“‹ How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚑ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Paktia on our Afghanistan travel standards directory β€” order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Paktia, check road traffic direction in advance.
πŸ“Š Market Research Use:Use Paktia's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Paktia.

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