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Current Date And Time In Ifatsy, Madagascar

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
09:10:34 EAT
Currency: Malagasy Ariary (MGA)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 15,000
District: Vohipeno

✈️ Ifatsy, Fitovinany Region, Madagascar - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Ifatsy, Fitovinany Region, Madagascar 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 Ifatsy.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Madagascar, which includes Ifatsy, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Madagascar before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Madagascar's time zone +03:00, country calling code +261 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .MG. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Ifatsy.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+261
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.MG

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Madagascar — police 117, ambulance 124, fire brigade 118. Store these in your phone before you reach Ifatsy. 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 Ifatsy.

🚔
Police
117
🚑
Ambulance
124
🚒
Fire
118

📊 Madagascar At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.501
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
63.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
74.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$545
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
3.0%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Ifatsy
Regional Airport • WVK
Manakara Airport
Manakara, MG
42
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Ifatsy's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Ifatsy From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ifatsy 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)5,355 km3,328 mi~ 7h 03m
Singapore (Singapore)6,621 km4,114 mi~ 8h 32m
Paris (France)9,112 km5,662 mi~ 11h 28m
London (United Kingdom)9,448 km5,871 mi~ 11h 52m
Sydney (Australia)9,793 km6,085 mi~ 12h 16m
Auckland (New Zealand)11,400 km7,084 mi~ 14h 10m
Tokyo (Japan)11,599 km7,207 mi~ 14h 24m
New York (United States)14,247 km8,853 mi~ 17h 31m
Toronto (Canada)14,658 km9,108 mi~ 18h
Los Angeles (United States)18,132 km11,266 mi~ 22h 05m

✈ 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 Ifatsy, Madagascar is set to Eastern Africa Time (EAT) with a current offset of UTC +03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Ifatsy requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern Africa Time (EAT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time9:10 AM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Ifatsy to Major World Cities

It is currently 9:10 AM on Tuesday in Ifatsy. 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 Ifatsy 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 Ifatsy
New York (United States)Tue, 2:10 AM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Mon, 11:10 PM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Tue, 2:10 AM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Tue, 7:10 AM2h behind
Paris (France)Tue, 8:10 AM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Tue, 10:10 AM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Tue, 2:10 PM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Tue, 3:10 PM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Tue, 4:10 PM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Tue, 6:10 PM9h 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 Ifatsy — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Ifatsy is the Malagasy ariary (MGA), written as Ar. 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
Ar 4,310.00
MGA
€ 1 Euro
Ar 4,899.89
MGA
£ 1 British Pound
Ar 5,729.80
MGA
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
Ar 3,004.66
MGA
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
Ar 3,052.55
MGA

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 28, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Ifatsy

Knowing which languages are used in Ifatsy 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):
FrenchMalagasy

🗣 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 Ifatsy. 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
Vohipeno (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)6 mi10 kmENE
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Savana (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)10 mi16 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Manato (Atsimo-Atsinanana, Madagascar)17 mi27 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Manakara (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)24 mi39 kmNE
⬆️
Amboanjo (Fitovinany Region, Madagascar)28 mi46 kmNNE
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Ifatsy

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Ifatsy is the Petra (Jordan), about 6,009 km away. Straight-line distances from Ifatsy 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, Jordan6,009 km3,734 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India6,402 km3,978 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy8,016 km4,981 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil9,149 km5,685 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China9,918 km6,163 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru12,404 km7,708 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico15,509 km9,637 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

Ifatsy shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Fitovinany Region and Madagascar. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Fitovinany Region Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Fitovinany Region, including major hub cities.
✈️ Madagascar Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Madagascar.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Ifatsy

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Ifatsy

Ifatsy keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Madagascar. 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 Ifatsy

The closest airport to Ifatsy is Manakara Airport (WVK), about 42 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 Ifatsy From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Ifatsy

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

🔎 Explore More About Ifatsy

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Ifatsy

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

Ifatsy, like the rest of Madagascar, 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 Ifatsy use?

Ifatsy 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 Ifatsy?

In Ifatsy, reach police on 117, ambulance on 124, fire brigade on 118. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Ifatsy?

Manakara Airport (WVK) is the nearest airport to Ifatsy, about 42 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Ifatsy runs on Eastern Africa 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 Ifatsy?

Ifatsy shares the official and regional languages of Fitovinany Region and Madagascar — 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 Ifatsy?

No — Ifatsy uses the Malagasy ariary (MGA), symbol Ar. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Ifatsy currency page for live rates.