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Maripasoula, Guyane, French Guiana – French Guiana Flag

Current Date And Time In Maripasoula, French Guiana

Thursday, 13 August 2026
19:13:43 GFT
State: Guyane
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (GFT)
Population: 8,423
District: Guyane

✈️ Maripasoula, Guyane, French Guiana - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in French Guiana, which includes Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula.

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 Maripasoula. 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 Maripasoula.

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Police
17
🚑
Ambulance
15
🚒
Fire
18
📞
General
112

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Maripasoula for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Maripasoula
Regional Airport • MPY
Maripasoula Airport
Maripasoula, GF
2
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 — Maripasoula's exact coordinates, or Cayenne's coordinates for the capital-airport entry.

✈️ How Far Is Maripasoula From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Maripasoula 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)4,582 km2,847 mi~ 6h 08m
Toronto (Canada)5,100 km3,169 mi~ 6h 45m
London (United Kingdom)7,276 km4,521 mi~ 9h 19m
Paris (France)7,307 km4,540 mi~ 9h 21m
Los Angeles (United States)7,419 km4,610 mi~ 9h 29m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,759 km7,307 mi~ 14h 35m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,827 km8,591 mi~ 17h 01m
Tokyo (Japan)15,417 km9,579 mi~ 18h 53m
Sydney (Australia)15,758 km9,791 mi~ 19h 17m
Singapore (Singapore)17,492 km10,869 mi~ 21h 20m

✈ 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 Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula 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 Time7:13 PM on Thursday, August 13, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Maripasoula to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:13 PM on Thursday in Maripasoula. 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 Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula
New York (United States)Thu, 6:13 PM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Thu, 3:13 PM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Thu, 6:13 PM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Thu, 11:13 PM4h ahead
Paris (France)Fri, 12:13 AM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Fri, 2:13 AM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Fri, 6:13 AM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Fri, 7:13 AM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Fri, 8:13 AM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Fri, 10:13 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 Maripasoula — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Maripasoula 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
€ 0.8674
EUR
£ 1 British Pound
€ 1.17
EUR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
€ 0.6124
EUR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
€ 0.6226
EUR

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 14, 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 Maripasoula. 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
Benzdorp (Monte Hermon) (Sipaliwini District, Suriname)5 mi9 kmWNW
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Grand-Santi (Guyane, French Guiana)50 mi80 kmNNW
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Apatou (Guyane, French Guiana)107 mi172 kmNNW
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Brokopondo (Brokopondo District, Suriname)118 mi189 kmNNW
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Brownsweg (Brokopondo District, Suriname)122 mi196 kmNW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Maripasoula

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Maripasoula is the Machu Picchu (Peru), about 2,769 km away. Straight-line distances from Maripasoula 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, Peru2,769 km1,721 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil3,182 km1,977 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico4,189 km2,603 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,808 km4,852 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,753 km6,060 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,840 km8,600 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China15,018 km9,332 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

Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Maripasoula.

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Maripasoula

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Maripasoula

Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula

The closest airport to Maripasoula is Maripasoula Airport (MPY), about 2 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 Maripasoula From Abroad

Every call, meeting invite or delivery ETA involving Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula gets missed.

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Maripasoula

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

🔎 Explore More About Maripasoula

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Maripasoula

What side of the road do people drive on in Maripasoula?

Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula use?

Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula?

In Maripasoula, 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 Maripasoula?

Maripasoula Airport (MPY) is the nearest airport to Maripasoula, about 2 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula?

Maripasoula 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 Maripasoula?

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