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Current Date And Time In Amritsar, Pakistan

Saturday, 25 July 2026
23:27:01 PKT
State: Punjab
Currency: Pakistani Rupee (PKR)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (PKT)

✈️ Amritsar, Punjab, Pakistan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Amritsar, Punjab, Pakistan 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 Amritsar.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Pakistan, which includes Amritsar, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Pakistan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Pakistan's time zone +05:00, country calling code +92 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .PK. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Amritsar.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+92
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.PK

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Pakistan — police 15, ambulance 115, fire brigade 16. Store these in your phone before you reach Amritsar. 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 Amritsar.

🚔
Police
15
🚑
Ambulance
115
🚒
Fire
16

📊 Pakistan At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.544
Low
👤
Life Expectancy
67.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
58.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,479
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
5.4%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Amritsar
International Airport • ATQ
Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport
Amritsar, IN
11
km away
Nearest to Lahore (Capital)
International Airport • LHE
Allama Iqbal International Airport
Lahore, PK
6
km from Lahore

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

✈️ How Far Is Amritsar From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Amritsar 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)2,044 km1,270 mi~ 3h 09m
Singapore (Singapore)4,535 km2,818 mi~ 6h 05m
Tokyo (Japan)5,901 km3,667 mi~ 7h 42m
Paris (France)6,196 km3,850 mi~ 8h 02m
London (United Kingdom)6,315 km3,924 mi~ 8h 11m
Sydney (Australia)10,808 km6,716 mi~ 13h 28m
Toronto (Canada)11,242 km6,986 mi~ 13h 59m
New York (United States)11,357 km7,057 mi~ 14h 07m
Los Angeles (United States)12,581 km7,817 mi~ 15h 33m
Auckland (New Zealand)12,850 km7,985 mi~ 15h 52m

✈ 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 Amritsar, Pakistan is set to Pakistan Standard Time (PKT) with a current offset of UTC +05:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Amritsar requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZonePakistan Standard Time (PKT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:27 PM on Saturday, July 25, 2026

💱 Money In Amritsar — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Amritsar is the Pakistani rupee (PKR), 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
₨ 277.86
PKR
€ 1 Euro
₨ 316.11
PKR
£ 1 British Pound
₨ 370.10
PKR
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₨ 193.95
PKR
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₨ 197.03
PKR

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Amritsar

Knowing which languages are used in Amritsar 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):
UrduEnglish

🗣 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 Amritsar. 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
Amritsar (Punjab, India)2 mi3 kmSSW
⬆️
Nangli (Punjab, India)2 mi4 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Amritsar Cantonment (Punjab, India)3 mi4 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Amritsar Cantonment (Punjab, Pakistan)3 mi4 kmWest (W)
⬆️
Muhdal (Punjab, India)4 mi7 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Amritsar

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Amritsar is the Taj Mahal (India), about 584 km away. Straight-line distances from Amritsar to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Taj MahalAgra, India584 km363 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan3,742 km2,325 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China3,788 km2,354 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy5,549 km3,448 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,901 km8,638 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico13,934 km8,658 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru16,111 km10,011 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

Amritsar shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Punjab and Pakistan. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Punjab Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Punjab, including major hub cities.
✈️ Pakistan Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Pakistan.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
DType D: Three round pins in triangle
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🧭 Amritsar's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Amritsar

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Amritsar

Amritsar keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Pakistan. 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 Amritsar

The closest airport to Amritsar is Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ), about 11 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 Amritsar From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Amritsar

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

🔎 Explore More About Amritsar

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Amritsar

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

Amritsar, like the rest of Pakistan, drives on the Left. 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 Amritsar use?

Amritsar runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/D 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 Amritsar?

In Amritsar, reach police on 15, ambulance on 115, fire brigade on 16. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Amritsar?

Sri Guru Ram Das Ji International Airport (ATQ) is the nearest airport to Amritsar, about 11 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Amritsar runs on Pakistan Standard Time (UTC +05:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Amritsar?

Amritsar shares the official and regional languages of Punjab and Pakistan — 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 Amritsar?

No — Amritsar uses the Pakistani rupee (PKR), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Amritsar currency page for live rates.