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Istaravshan, Sughd, Tajikistan – Tajikistan Flag

Current Date And Time In Istaravshan, Tajikistan

Sunday, 26 July 2026
10:17:28 TJT
State: Sughd
Currency: Tajikistani Somoni (TJS)
Timezone: UTC +05:00 (TJT)
Population: 273,500
District: Istaravshan District

✈️ Istaravshan, Sughd, Tajikistan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Istaravshan, Sughd, Tajikistan 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 Istaravshan.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Tajikistan, which includes Istaravshan, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Tajikistan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Tajikistan's time zone +05:00, country calling code +992 (exit prefix 810) and country internet domain .TJ. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Istaravshan.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+05:00
📞 Country Calling Code+992
☎️ International Exit Prefix810
🌐 Internet Domain.TJ

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Tajikistan — police 102, ambulance 103, fire brigade 101, general emergency 112. Store these in your phone before you reach Istaravshan. 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 Istaravshan.

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Police
102
🚑
Ambulance
103
🚒
Fire
101
📞
General
112

📊 Tajikistan At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.685
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
71.9
years
📚
Literacy Rate
99.7%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$1,341
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
6.9%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Istaravshan
Local Airport
Razzakov Airport
Isfana, KG
49
km away
Nearest Major Airport
Regional Airport • OMN
Zomin Airport
Zomin, UZ
52
km away
Nearest to Khujand (Capital)
International Airport • LBD
Khujand International Airport
Khujand, TJ
10
km from Khujand

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

✈️ How Far Is Istaravshan From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Istaravshan 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)2,076 km1,290 mi~ 3h 12m
Paris (France)5,216 km3,241 mi~ 6h 53m
London (United Kingdom)5,310 km3,300 mi~ 7h
Singapore (Singapore)5,544 km3,445 mi~ 7h 16m
Tokyo (Japan)6,060 km3,766 mi~ 7h 53m
Toronto (Canada)10,197 km6,336 mi~ 12h 45m
New York (United States)10,300 km6,400 mi~ 12h 52m
Los Angeles (United States)11,757 km7,305 mi~ 14h 35m
Sydney (Australia)11,757 km7,306 mi~ 14h 35m
Auckland (New Zealand)13,729 km8,531 mi~ 16h 54m

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

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneTajikistan Time (TJT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +05:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time10:17 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Istaravshan to Major World Cities

It is currently 10:17 AM on Sunday in Istaravshan. 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 Istaravshan 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 Istaravshan
New York (United States)Sun, 1:17 AM9h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 10:17 PM12h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sun, 1:17 AM9h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sun, 6:17 AM4h behind
Paris (France)Sun, 7:17 AM3h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sun, 9:17 AM1h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 1:17 PM3h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 2:17 PM4h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 3:17 PM5h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 5:17 PM7h 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 Istaravshan — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Istaravshan is the Tajikistani somoni (TJS), written as SM. 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
SM 9.23
TJS
€ 1 Euro
SM 10.50
TJS
£ 1 British Pound
SM 12.29
TJS
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
SM 6.44
TJS
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
SM 6.54
TJS

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Istaravshan

Knowing which languages are used in Istaravshan 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):
TajikRussian

🗣 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 Istaravshan. 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
Nijoní (Sughd, Tajikistan)5 mi8 kmNW
⬆️
Ghonchí (Sughd, Tajikistan)7 mi12 kmENE
⬆️
Muchun (Sughd, Tajikistan)10 mi16 kmESE
⬆️
Dalyoni Bolo (Sughd, Tajikistan)11 mi18 kmSouth (S)
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Shahriston (Sughd, Tajikistan)14 mi23 kmSW
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🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Istaravshan

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Istaravshan is the Taj Mahal (India), about 1,643 km away. Straight-line distances from Istaravshan 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, India1,643 km1,021 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan3,211 km1,995 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China3,948 km2,453 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy4,667 km2,900 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico12,886 km8,007 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil13,471 km8,370 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru15,230 km9,464 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

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

✈️ Sughd Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Sughd, including major hub cities.
✈️ Tajikistan Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Tajikistan.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
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🧭 Istaravshan's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Istaravshan

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Istaravshan

Istaravshan keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Tajikistan. 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 Istaravshan

The closest airport to Istaravshan is Razzakov Airport, about 49 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 Istaravshan From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Istaravshan

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

🔎 Explore More About Istaravshan

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Istaravshan

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

Istaravshan, like the rest of Tajikistan, 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 Istaravshan use?

Istaravshan runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type C/F 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 Istaravshan?

In Istaravshan, reach police on 102, ambulance on 103, fire brigade on 101, a general emergency line on 112. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Istaravshan?

Razzakov Airport is the nearest airport to Istaravshan, about 49 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Istaravshan runs on Tajikistan 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 Istaravshan?

Istaravshan shares the official and regional languages of Sughd and Tajikistan — 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 Istaravshan?

No — Istaravshan uses the Tajikistani somoni (TJS), symbol SM. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Istaravshan currency page for live rates.