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Passagem Franca, Maranhão, Brazil – Brazil Flag

Current Date And Time In Passagem Franca, Brazil

Saturday, 25 July 2026
14:09:25 BRT
State: Maranhão
Currency: Brazilian Real (BRL)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (BRT)
Population: 17,220
District: Passagem Franca

✈️ Passagem Franca, Maranhão, Brazil - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Passagem Franca, Maranhão, Brazil using verified regional travel data — 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 Passagem Franca.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Passagem Franca 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 Passagem Franca — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Brazil, which includes Passagem Franca, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Brazil before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Brazil's time zone -05:00 to -02:00, country calling code +55 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .BR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Passagem Franca.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-05:00 to -02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+55
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.BR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Brazil — police 190, ambulance 192, fire brigade 193. Store these in your phone before you reach Passagem Franca. 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 Passagem Franca.

🚔
Police
190
🚑
Ambulance
192
🚒
Fire
193

📊 Brazil At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Brazil — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.754
High
👤
Life Expectancy
76.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
94.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$10,311
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.0%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Brazil development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Passagem Franca for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Passagem Franca
Regional Airport • THE
Senador Petrônio Portela Airport
Teresina, BR
164
km away
Nearest to São Luís (Capital)
International Airport • SLZ
Marechal Cunha Machado International Airport
São Luís, BR
10
km from São Luís

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Passagem Franca's exact coordinates, or São Luís's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Passagem Franca From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Passagem Franca to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
New York (United States)6,058 km3,764 mi~ 7h 53m
Toronto (Canada)6,594 km4,097 mi~ 8h 30m
Paris (France)7,578 km4,709 mi~ 9h 40m
London (United Kingdom)7,638 km4,746 mi~ 9h 44m
Los Angeles (United States)8,981 km5,581 mi~ 11h 19m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,209 km6,965 mi~ 13h 56m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,776 km8,560 mi~ 16h 57m
Sydney (Australia)15,290 km9,501 mi~ 18h 44m
Singapore (Singapore)16,382 km10,179 mi~ 20h 01m
Tokyo (Japan)16,717 km10,387 mi~ 20h 25m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Passagem Franca, Brazil is set to Brasilia Time (BRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Passagem Franca requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneBrasilia Time (BRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time2:09 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Passagem Franca to Major World Cities

It is currently 2:09 PM on Saturday in Passagem Franca. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Passagem Franca right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Passagem Franca
New York (United States)Sat, 1:09 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:09 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 1:09 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 6:09 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 7:09 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 9:09 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:09 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:09 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:09 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:09 AM15h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Passagem Franca — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Passagem Franca is the Brazilian real (BRL), written as R$. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
R$ 5.09
BRL
€ 1 Euro
R$ 5.79
BRL
£ 1 British Pound
R$ 6.78
BRL
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
R$ 3.55
BRL
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
R$ 3.61
BRL

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 25, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Passagem Franca

Knowing which languages are used in Passagem Franca helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
GermanEast PomeranianHunsrückischTalianNheengatuBaniwaTucanoGuaraní
National language(s):
Portuguese

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Passagem Franca. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan intercity routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Nearby CityDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Lagoa do Mato (Maranhão, Brazil)20 mi32 kmENE
⬆️
Paraibano (Maranhão, Brazil)22 mi36 kmSW
⬆️
São João dos Patos (Maranhão, Brazil)22 mi36 kmSSE
⬆️
Sucupira do Riachão (Maranhão, Brazil)23 mi37 kmSE
⬆️
Buriti Bravo (Maranhão, Brazil)24 mi38 kmNorth (N)
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Passagem Franca

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Passagem Franca is the Christ the Redeemer (Brazil), about 1,866 km away. Straight-line distances from Passagem Franca to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil1,866 km1,159 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru3,244 km2,016 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico5,730 km3,560 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,804 km4,849 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,331 km5,798 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,459 km8,363 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,714 km9,764 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🌐 State & Country Travel Guides

Passagem Franca shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Maranhão and Brazil. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Maranhão Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Maranhão, including major hub cities.
✈️ Brazil Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Brazil.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Passagem Franca, Brazil runs at 127 V / 220V / 60Hz using Type C/N socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Passagem Franca and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Passagem Franca.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage127 V / 220 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
NType N: Two round pins (IEC standard)
States By Alphabets

🧭 Passagem Franca's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Passagem Franca

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to Passagem Franca. Confirm the local socket type and voltage in the Electrical Standards table above before you leave home, then pack a universal adapter rather than hunting for the right plug once you land.

🚒 Save These Numbers Before You Land

Emergency response only helps if you dial the right line. Store the Emergency Numbers listed above in your phone the moment you arrive in Passagem Franca — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in Passagem Franca

Passagem Franca keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Brazil. Arriving from a country with opposite-side traffic takes a minute to recalibrate — roundabouts and multi-lane junctions are where the mistake usually happens. See the Driving & General Info card above for the full reference.

✈️ Landing Near Passagem Franca

The closest airport to Passagem Franca is Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (THE), about 164 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for the airport nearest the state capital too — worth checking if it offers more direct routes.

🕑 Calling Passagem Franca From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Passagem Franca needs to account for its UTC offset — check the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above before you schedule anything. A miscounted time zone is one of the most common reasons a call with partners in Passagem Franca gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Passagem Franca

Passagem Franca rarely sits in isolation. See the Nearby Cities Proximity Directory above for the closest towns, their distance and compass heading from Passagem Franca — handy for a multi-stop road trip or a same-day delivery loop.

🔎 Explore More About Passagem Franca

ℹ️ Passagem Franca OverviewSee the full profile of Passagem Franca — population, GPS, timezone and more.
🗺 Passagem Franca MapView the satellite map with precise GPS coordinates.
📍 Nearby CitiesExplore cities near Passagem Franca for distance and direction.
💰 Passagem Franca CurrencyCheck live exchange rates before you budget your trip.

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Passagem Franca

What side of the road do people drive on in Passagem Franca?

Passagem Franca, like the rest of Brazil, drives on the Right. Confirm this before renting a car or booking a driver — see the Driving & General Info card above for the country's full road-rule reference.

What voltage and plug type does Passagem Franca use?

Passagem Franca runs on 127 V / 220V / 60Hz power through Type C/N sockets. Pack a matching adapter or a universal one — see the Electrical Standards table above for full plug descriptions.

What are the emergency numbers in Passagem Franca?

In Passagem Franca, reach police on 190, ambulance on 192, fire brigade on 193. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Passagem Franca?

Senador Petrônio Portela Airport (THE) is the nearest airport to Passagem Franca, about 164 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Passagem Franca in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Passagem Franca runs on Brasilia Time (UTC -05:00 to -02:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Passagem Franca?

Passagem Franca shares the official and regional languages of Maranhão and Brazil — see the Languages Spoken card above for the full breakdown. Learning a greeting or two in the local language goes a long way with vendors and drivers.

Can I use my home currency in Passagem Franca?

No — Passagem Franca uses the Brazilian real (BRL), symbol R$. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Passagem Franca currency page for live rates.