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Current Date And Time In Kairouan, Tunisia

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
06:06:09 CET
Capital: Kairouan
Currency: Tunisian Dinar (TND)
Timezone: UTC +01:00 (CET)
Population: 570,559
Area: 6,712.00 km²
State Code: KA

✈️ Kairouan, Tunisia - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Kairouan, 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 Kairouan.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Tunisia, which includes Kairouan, 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 Kairouan.

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 Kairouan. 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 Kairouan.

🚔
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 Kairouan for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Kairouan
Regional Airport • NBE
Enfidha - Hammamet International Airport
Enfidha, TN
54
km away

📍 "Nearest to Kairouan" 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 Kairouan entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Kairouan From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Kairouan 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)1,597 km992 mi~ 2h 38m
London (United Kingdom)1,940 km1,205 mi~ 3h 02m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)4,443 km2,761 mi~ 5h 59m
New York (United States)7,079 km4,399 mi~ 9h 05m
Toronto (Canada)7,331 km4,555 mi~ 9h 23m
Singapore (Singapore)10,256 km6,373 mi~ 12h 49m
Tokyo (Japan)10,519 km6,536 mi~ 13h 07m
Los Angeles (United States)10,588 km6,579 mi~ 13h 12m
Sydney (Australia)16,480 km10,240 mi~ 20h 08m
Auckland (New Zealand)18,635 km11,579 mi~ 22h 40m

✈ 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 Kairouan's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Kairouan, 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 Kairouan 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 Time6:06 AM on Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Kairouan to Major World Cities

It is currently 6:06 AM on Wednesday in Kairouan. 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 Kairouan 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 Kairouan
New York (United States)Wed, 1:06 AM5h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 10:06 PM8h behind
Toronto (Canada)Wed, 1:06 AM5h behind
London (United Kingdom)Wed, 6:06 AMSame time
Paris (France)Wed, 7:06 AM1h ahead
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 9:06 AM3h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 1:06 PM7h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 2:06 PM8h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 3:06 PM9h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 5:06 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 Kairouan — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Kairouan 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 2.94
TND
€ 1 Euro
د.ت 3.39
TND
£ 1 British Pound
د.ت 3.96
TND
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
د.ت 2.07
TND
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
د.ت 2.11
TND

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Kairouan

Knowing which languages are used in Kairouan 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.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Kairouan. 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
Sousse Governorate (Tunisia)21 mi34 kmNE
⬆️
Mahdia Governorate (Tunisia)24 mi39 kmSE
⬆️
Monastir Governorate (Tunisia)37 mi60 kmEast (E)
⬆️
Zaghouan Governorate (Tunisia)42 mi68 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Sidi Bouzid Governorate (Tunisia)51 mi82 kmSSW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Kairouan

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Kairouan is the Colosseum (Italy), about 722 km away. Straight-line distances from Kairouan to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
ColosseumRome, Italy722 km449 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan2,429 km1,510 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India6,390 km3,971 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil8,597 km5,342 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China8,673 km5,389 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico9,424 km5,856 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru10,208 km6,343 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 Kairouan 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
Kairouan139,07035.6781° N10.0963° E
Hajeb el Aïoun10,62135.3956° N9.5438° E
Ousseltia9,00635.8478° N9.5894° E
Haffouz8,47235.6324° N9.6762° E
Sbikha8,03635.9333° N10.0208° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
EType E: Two round pins + hole
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Kairouan, Tunisia

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Kairouan, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Tunisia 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 Kairouan 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 Tunisia saved in your phone before your arrival in Kairouan from our Tunisia 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 Kairouan profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Kairouan operates under Tunisia'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 Kairouan, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Kairouan.

✈️ Getting to and Around Kairouan

Reaching Kairouan 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 Kairouan interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Kairouan's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Kairouan

Reliable communication in Kairouan starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +216 is required for all inbound calls — read the Tunisia calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Tunisia directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Kairouan

Setting up operations in Kairouan means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Tunisia'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 Kairouan prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Kairouan on our Tunisia 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 Kairouan, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Kairouan'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 Kairouan.

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🗺 Kairouan MapView the Kairouan satellite map with precise GPS coordinates for location intelligence.
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💰 Currency of KairouanCheck the official currency and exchange rates in Kairouan for business planning.