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Awala-Yalimapo, Guyane, French Guiana – French Guiana Flag

Current Date And Time In Awala-Yalimapo, French Guiana

Saturday, 25 July 2026
15:31:17 GFT
State: Guyane
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (GFT)
Population: 1,549
District: Guyane

✈️ Awala-Yalimapo, Guyane, French Guiana - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Awala-Yalimapo, Guyane, French Guiana 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 Awala-Yalimapo.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Awala-Yalimapo 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 Awala-Yalimapo — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in French Guiana, which includes Awala-Yalimapo, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for French Guiana before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers French Guiana's time zone -03:00, country calling code +594 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .GF. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Awala-Yalimapo.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+594
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.GF

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for French Guiana — police 17, ambulance 15, fire brigade 18, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Awala-Yalimapo. 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 Awala-Yalimapo.

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Police
17
🚑
Ambulance
15
🚒
Fire
18
📞
General
112

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Awala-Yalimapo for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Awala-Yalimapo
Regional Airport • LDX
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport
Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni, GF
32
km away
Nearest to Cayenne (Capital)
International Airport • CAY
Cayenne – Félix Eboué Airport
Matoury, GF
13
km from Cayenne

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Awala-Yalimapo's exact coordinates, or Cayenne's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Awala-Yalimapo From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Awala-Yalimapo 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)4,374 km2,718 mi~ 5h 54m
Toronto (Canada)4,897 km3,043 mi~ 6h 31m
London (United Kingdom)7,075 km4,396 mi~ 9h 04m
Paris (France)7,113 km4,420 mi~ 9h 07m
Los Angeles (United States)7,295 km4,533 mi~ 9h 20m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,638 km7,232 mi~ 14h 27m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,994 km8,696 mi~ 17h 13m
Tokyo (Japan)15,197 km9,443 mi~ 18h 38m
Sydney (Australia)15,955 km9,914 mi~ 19h 31m
Singapore (Singapore)17,419 km10,824 mi~ 21h 15m

✈ 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 Awala-Yalimapo, French Guiana is set to French Guiana Time (GFT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Awala-Yalimapo requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneFrench Guiana Time (GFT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time3:31 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Awala-Yalimapo to Major World Cities

It is currently 3:31 PM on Saturday in Awala-Yalimapo. 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 Awala-Yalimapo 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 Awala-Yalimapo
New York (United States)Sat, 2:31 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 11:31 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 2:31 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 7:31 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Sat, 8:31 PM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 10:31 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 2:31 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 3:31 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 4:31 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 6:31 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 Awala-Yalimapo — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Awala-Yalimapo is the Euro (EUR), 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
€ 0.8790
EUR
£ 1 British Pound
€ 1.17
EUR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
€ 0.6135
EUR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
€ 0.6233
EUR

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

🗺️ Nearby Cities Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for cities closest to Awala-Yalimapo. 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
Mana (Guyane, French Guiana)10 mi16 kmESE
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Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni (Guyane, French Guiana)18 mi29 kmSSW
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Albina (Marowijne District, Suriname)19 mi31 kmSSW
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Moengo (Marowijne District, Suriname)35 mi56 kmWSW
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Apatou (Guyane, French Guiana)50 mi81 kmSW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Awala-Yalimapo

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Awala-Yalimapo is the Machu Picchu (Peru), about 2,942 km away. Straight-line distances from Awala-Yalimapo to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru2,942 km1,828 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil3,395 km2,110 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico4,089 km2,541 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,639 km4,747 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,624 km5,980 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,688 km8,505 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China14,787 km9,188 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

Awala-Yalimapo shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Guyane and French Guiana. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Guyane Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Guyane, including major hub cities.
✈️ French Guiana Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for French Guiana.

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Awala-Yalimapo, French Guiana runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/E 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 Awala-Yalimapo and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Awala-Yalimapo.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
EType E: Two round pins + hole
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🧭 Awala-Yalimapo's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Awala-Yalimapo

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Awala-Yalimapo

Awala-Yalimapo keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of French Guiana. 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 Awala-Yalimapo

The closest airport to Awala-Yalimapo is Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX), about 32 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 Awala-Yalimapo From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Awala-Yalimapo 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 Awala-Yalimapo gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Awala-Yalimapo

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

🔎 Explore More About Awala-Yalimapo

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Awala-Yalimapo

What side of the road do people drive on in Awala-Yalimapo?

Awala-Yalimapo, like the rest of French Guiana, 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 Awala-Yalimapo use?

Awala-Yalimapo runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/E 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 Awala-Yalimapo?

In Awala-Yalimapo, reach police on 17, ambulance on 15, fire brigade on 18, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Awala-Yalimapo?

Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni Airport (LDX) is the nearest airport to Awala-Yalimapo, about 32 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

What time zone is Awala-Yalimapo in, and does it observe daylight saving?

Awala-Yalimapo runs on French Guiana Time (UTC -03:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Awala-Yalimapo?

Awala-Yalimapo shares the official and regional languages of Guyane and French Guiana — 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 Awala-Yalimapo?

No — Awala-Yalimapo uses the Euro (EUR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Awala-Yalimapo currency page for live rates.