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Current Date And Time In ad-Da'ba, Egypt

Saturday, 25 July 2026
18:18:54 EET
State: Matruh
Currency: Egyptian Pound (EGP)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EET)

✈️ ad-Da'ba, Matruh, Egypt - Travel Information


Plan your trip to ad-Da'ba, Matruh, Egypt 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 ad-Da'ba.

Why It Matters: Arriving in ad-Da'ba 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 ad-Da'ba — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Egypt, which includes ad-Da'ba, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Egypt before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Egypt's time zone +02:00, country calling code +20 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .EG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in ad-Da'ba.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+20
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.EG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Egypt — police 112, ambulance 123, fire brigade 180. Store these in your phone before you reach ad-Da'ba. 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 ad-Da'ba.

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Police
112
🚑
Ambulance
123
🚒
Fire
180

📊 Egypt At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.731
High
👤
Life Expectancy
71.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
79.5%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$3,338
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.8%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to ad-Da'ba for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to ad-Da'ba
International Airport • MUH
Mersa Matruh International Airport
Marsa Matruh, EG
4
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — ad-Da'ba's exact coordinates, or Marsa Matruh's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is ad-Da'ba From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from ad-Da'ba 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
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)2,821 km1,753 mi~ 4h 04m
Paris (France)2,851 km1,771 mi~ 4h 06m
London (United Kingdom)3,163 km1,965 mi~ 4h 28m
New York (United States)8,639 km5,368 mi~ 10h 55m
Singapore (Singapore)8,657 km5,379 mi~ 10h 56m
Toronto (Canada)8,839 km5,492 mi~ 11h 09m
Tokyo (Japan)9,759 km6,064 mi~ 12h 14m
Los Angeles (United States)11,893 km7,390 mi~ 14h 44m
Sydney (Australia)14,826 km9,212 mi~ 18h 12m
Auckland (New Zealand)16,979 km10,550 mi~ 20h 43m

✈ 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 ad-Da'ba, Egypt is set to Eastern European Time (EET) with a current offset of UTC +02:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in ad-Da'ba requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern European Time (EET)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +02:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time6:18 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

💱 Money In ad-Da'ba — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in ad-Da'ba is the Egyptian pound (EGP), written as . 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
E£ 51.37
EGP
€ 1 Euro
E£ 58.44
EGP
£ 1 British Pound
E£ 68.43
EGP
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
E£ 35.86
EGP
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
E£ 36.43
EGP

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In ad-Da'ba

Knowing which languages are used in ad-Da'ba 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):
Arabic

🗣 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 ad-Da'ba. 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
Marsá Maţruḩ (Matruh, Egypt)0 mi0 kmSouth (S)
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Zawyat Umm ar Rakham (Matruh, Egypt)12 mi19 kmWNW
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An-Najaylah (Matruh, Egypt)39 mi62 kmWest (W)
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Zawiyat Shammas (Matruh, Egypt)50 mi81 kmWNW
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El Dabaa (Matruh, Egypt)75 mi120 kmESE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From ad-Da'ba

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to ad-Da'ba is the Petra (Jordan), about 792 km away. Straight-line distances from ad-Da'ba to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan792 km492 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy1,757 km1,092 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,907 km3,049 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China7,724 km4,799 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil9,623 km5,980 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,057 km6,871 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru11,682 km7,259 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

ad-Da'ba shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Matruh and Egypt. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Matruh Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Matruh, including major hub cities.
✈️ Egypt Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Egypt.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in ad-Da'ba, Egypt runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F 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 ad-Da'ba and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in ad-Da'ba.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
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🧭 ad-Da'ba's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for ad-Da'ba

A dead phone charger is a rough way to start a trip to ad-Da'ba. 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 ad-Da'ba — not after something goes wrong. Corporate travel desks and family back home should keep the same list on file.

🚦 Rules of the Road in ad-Da'ba

ad-Da'ba keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Egypt. 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 ad-Da'ba

The closest airport to ad-Da'ba is Mersa Matruh International Airport (MUH), about 4 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 ad-Da'ba From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving ad-Da'ba 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 ad-Da'ba gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond ad-Da'ba

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

🔎 Explore More About ad-Da'ba

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To ad-Da'ba

What side of the road do people drive on in ad-Da'ba?

ad-Da'ba, like the rest of Egypt, 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 ad-Da'ba use?

ad-Da'ba runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F 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 ad-Da'ba?

In ad-Da'ba, reach police on 112, ambulance on 123, fire brigade on 180. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to ad-Da'ba?

Mersa Matruh International Airport (MUH) is the nearest airport to ad-Da'ba, about 4 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is ad-Da'ba in, and does it observe daylight saving?

ad-Da'ba runs on Eastern European Time (UTC +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 ad-Da'ba?

ad-Da'ba shares the official and regional languages of Matruh and Egypt — 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 ad-Da'ba?

No — ad-Da'ba uses the Egyptian pound (EGP), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full ad-Da'ba currency page for live rates.