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Para District, Suriname – Suriname Flag

Current Date And Time In Para District, Suriname

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
05:23:39 SRT
Capital: Onverwacht
Currency: Surinamese Dollar (SRD)
Timezone: UTC -03:00 (SRT)
Population: 30,474
Area: 5,393.00 km²
State Code: PR

✈️ Para District, Suriname - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Para District, Suriname 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 Para District.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Suriname, which includes Para District, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Suriname before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Suriname's time zone -03:00, country calling code +597 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .SR. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Para District.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)-03:00
📞 Country Calling Code+597
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.SR

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Suriname — police 115, ambulance 113, fire brigade 110, general emergency 115. Store these in your phone before you reach Para District. 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 Para District.

🚔
Police
115
🚑
Ambulance
113
🚒
Fire
110
📞
General
115

📊 Suriname At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.730
High
👤
Life Expectancy
73.8
years
📚
Literacy Rate
92.9%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,962
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
7.8%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Para District for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Para District
International Airport • PBM
Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport
Paramaribo, SR
5
km away

📍 "Nearest to Para District" is measured from the state's approximate geographic center, not any specific city — for the exact airport nearest a particular town, check that city's own page; the Onverwacht entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Para District From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Para District 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)4,341 km2,698 mi~ 5h 51m
Toronto (Canada)4,858 km3,019 mi~ 6h 28m
London (United Kingdom)7,181 km4,462 mi~ 9h 12m
Los Angeles (United States)7,192 km4,469 mi~ 9h 13m
Paris (France)7,224 km4,489 mi~ 9h 15m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)11,780 km7,320 mi~ 14h 37m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,867 km8,617 mi~ 17h 04m
Tokyo (Japan)15,182 km9,434 mi~ 18h 37m
Sydney (Australia)15,845 km9,846 mi~ 19h 23m
Singapore (Singapore)17,567 km10,916 mi~ 21h 25m

✈ 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. Distances use Para District's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Para District, Suriname is set to Suriname Time (SRT) with a current offset of UTC -03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Para District requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneSuriname Time (SRT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC -03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time5:23 AM on Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Para District to Major World Cities

It is currently 5:23 AM on Wednesday in Para District. 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 Para District 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 Para District
New York (United States)Wed, 4:23 AM1h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Wed, 1:23 AM4h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 4:23 AM1h behind
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 9:23 AM4h ahead
Paris (France)Wed, 10:23 AM5h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 12:23 PM7h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 4:23 PM11h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 5:23 PM12h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 6:23 PM13h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 8:23 PM15h 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 Para District — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Para District is the Surinamese dollar (SRD), 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
$ 37.95
SRD
€ 1 Euro
$ 43.78
SRD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 51.26
SRD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
$ 26.79
SRD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 27.24
SRD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 12, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Para District

Knowing which languages are used in Para District 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):
Dutch
National language(s):
Sranan Tongo

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Para District. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Wanica District (Suriname)18 mi28 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Paramaribo District (Suriname)26 mi41 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Commewijne District (Suriname)30 mi48 kmNE
⬆️
Saramacca District (Suriname)35 mi56 kmWNW
⬆️
Brokopondo District (Suriname)51 mi81 kmSSE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Para District

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Para District is the Machu Picchu (Peru), about 2,821 km away. Straight-line distances from Para District 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, Peru2,821 km1,753 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil3,421 km2,126 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico3,974 km2,469 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy7,765 km4,825 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan9,764 km6,067 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India13,820 km8,587 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China14,840 km9,221 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.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Para District by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Onverwacht2,1055.5898° N-55.1946° E
Powakka1,9205.4452° N-55.0802° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Para District, Suriname runs at 110V / 60Hz using Type A/B 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 Para District and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Para District.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage110 V
🔄 Frequency60 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Para District, Suriname

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Para District, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Suriname travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Para District protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Suriname saved in your phone before your arrival in Para District from our Suriname emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Para District profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Para District operates under Suriname's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Para District, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Para District.

✈️ Getting to and Around Para District

Reaching Para District and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links — road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Para District interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Para District's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Para District

Reliable communication in Para District starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +597 is required for all inbound calls — read the Suriname calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Suriname directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Para District

Setting up operations in Para District means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Suriname's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Para District prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Para District on our Suriname travel standards directory — order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Para District, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Para District's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Para District.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Para District MapView the Para District satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
🏙️ Cities in Para DistrictExplore cities and towns in Para District for demographic facts and market research.
💰 Currency of Para DistrictCheck the official currency and exchange rates in Para District for business planning.