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Current Date And Time In Matmata, Tunisia

Monday, 27 July 2026
11:42:38 CET
Currency: Tunisian Dinar (TND)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CET)
Population: 2,406
District: Matmata

✈️ Matmata, Gabès Governorate, Tunisia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Matmata, Gabès Governorate, Tunisia 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 Matmata.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Tunisia, which includes Matmata, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Tunisia before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Tunisia's time zone +01:00, country calling code +216 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .TN. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Matmata.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+01:00
📞 Country Calling Code+216
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.TN

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Tunisia — police 197, ambulance 190, fire brigade 198. Store these in your phone before you reach Matmata. 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 Matmata.

🚔
Police
197
🚑
Ambulance
190
🚒
Fire
198

📊 Tunisia At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.731
High
👤
Life Expectancy
76.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
86.3%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,181
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
15.1%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

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

Nearest to Matmata
Regional Airport • GAE
Gabès Matmata International Airport
Gabès, TN
22
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Matmata From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Matmata 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
Paris (France)1,816 km1,128 mi~ 2h 53m
London (United Kingdom)2,157 km1,340 mi~ 3h 17m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)4,451 km2,765 mi~ 5h 59m
New York (United States)7,199 km4,473 mi~ 9h 13m
Toronto (Canada)7,467 km4,640 mi~ 9h 32m
Singapore (Singapore)10,281 km6,388 mi~ 12h 51m
Tokyo (Japan)10,710 km6,655 mi~ 13h 21m
Los Angeles (United States)10,760 km6,686 mi~ 13h 24m
Sydney (Australia)16,451 km10,222 mi~ 20h 06m
Auckland (New Zealand)18,587 km11,549 mi~ 22h 37m

✈ 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 Matmata, Tunisia is set to Central European Time (CET) with a current offset of UTC +01:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Matmata requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneCentral European Time (CET)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +01:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time11:42 AM on Monday, July 27, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Matmata to Major World Cities

It is currently 11:42 AM on Monday in Matmata. 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 Matmata 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 Matmata
New York (United States)Mon, 6:42 AM5h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Mon, 3:42 AM8h behind
Toronto (Canada)Mon, 6:42 AM5h behind
London (United Kingdom)Mon, 11:42 AMSame time
Paris (France)Mon, 12:42 PM1h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Mon, 2:42 PM3h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Mon, 6:42 PM7h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Mon, 7:42 PM8h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Mon, 8:42 PM9h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Mon, 10:42 PM11h 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 Matmata — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Matmata is the Tunisian dinar (TND), written as د.ت. 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
د.ت 2.96
TND
€ 1 Euro
د.ت 3.37
TND
£ 1 British Pound
د.ت 3.94
TND
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
د.ت 2.07
TND
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
د.ت 2.10
TND

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 27, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Matmata

Knowing which languages are used in Matmata 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):
Arabic

🗣 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 Matmata. 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
Nouvelle Matmata (Gabès Governorate, Tunisia)8 mi13 kmNE
⬆️
Mareth (Gabès Governorate, Tunisia)19 mi30 kmENE
⬆️
Teboulbou (Gabès Governorate, Tunisia)22 mi36 kmNNE
⬆️
Chenini Nahal (Gabès Governorate, Tunisia)23 mi37 kmNNE
⬆️
Zarat (Gabès Governorate, Tunisia)23 mi37 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Matmata

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Matmata is the Colosseum (Italy), about 954 km away. Straight-line distances from Matmata to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
ColosseumRome, Italy954 km593 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,424 km1,506 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India6,454 km4,010 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil8,434 km5,241 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China8,839 km5,493 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico9,501 km5,904 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru10,136 km6,298 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

Matmata shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Gabès Governorate and Tunisia. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Gabès Governorate Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Gabès Governorate, including major hub cities.
✈️ Tunisia Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Tunisia.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

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

🔋 Before You Pack for Matmata

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Matmata

Matmata keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Tunisia. 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 Matmata

The closest airport to Matmata is Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE), about 22 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 Matmata From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Matmata

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

🔎 Explore More About Matmata

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Matmata

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

Matmata, like the rest of Tunisia, 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 Matmata use?

Matmata 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 Matmata?

In Matmata, reach police on 197, ambulance on 190, fire brigade on 198. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Matmata?

Gabès Matmata International Airport (GAE) is the nearest airport to Matmata, about 22 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Matmata runs on Central European Time (UTC +01:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Matmata?

Matmata shares the official and regional languages of Gabès Governorate and Tunisia — 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 Matmata?

No — Matmata uses the Tunisian dinar (TND), symbol د.ت. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Matmata currency page for live rates.