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Vaiaku Village, Funafuti, Tuvalu – Tuvalu Flag

Current Date And Time In Vaiaku Village, Tuvalu

Sunday, 26 July 2026
07:57:17 TVT
State: Funafuti
Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
Timezone: UTC +12:00 (TVT)
Population: 516

✈️ Vaiaku Village, Funafuti, Tuvalu - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Vaiaku Village, Funafuti, Tuvalu 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 Vaiaku Village.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Tuvalu, which includes Vaiaku Village, follow Left-hand traffic — check road rules for Tuvalu before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Tuvalu's time zone +12:00, country calling code +688 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .TV. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Vaiaku Village.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side⬅️ Left side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+12:00
📞 Country Calling Code+688
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.TV

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Tuvalu — police 911, ambulance 999, fire brigade 000, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Vaiaku Village. 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 Vaiaku Village.

🚔
Police
911
🚑
Ambulance
999
🚒
Fire
000
📞
General
911

📊 Tuvalu At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.641
Medium
👤
Life Expectancy
67.3
years
📚
Literacy Rate
100.0%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$6,345
USD / year

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Vaiaku Village for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Vaiaku Village
Regional Airport • FUN
Funafuti International Airport
Funafuti, TV
0
km away

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

✈️ How Far Is Vaiaku Village From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Vaiaku Village 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
Auckland (New Zealand)3,181 km1,977 mi~ 4h 30m
Sydney (Australia)4,017 km2,496 mi~ 5h 29m
Tokyo (Japan)6,426 km3,993 mi~ 8h 19m
Los Angeles (United States)8,103 km5,035 mi~ 10h 17m
Singapore (Singapore)8,423 km5,234 mi~ 10h 40m
Toronto (Canada)11,578 km7,194 mi~ 14h 22m
New York (United States)12,038 km7,480 mi~ 14h 55m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)13,814 km8,583 mi~ 17h
London (United Kingdom)15,235 km9,467 mi~ 18h 40m
Paris (France)15,521 km9,644 mi~ 19h 01m

✈ 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 Vaiaku Village, Tuvalu is set to Tuvalu Time (TVT) with a current offset of UTC +12:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Vaiaku Village requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneTuvalu Time (TVT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +12:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time7:57 AM on Sunday, July 26, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Vaiaku Village to Major World Cities

It is currently 7:57 AM on Sunday in Vaiaku Village. 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 Vaiaku Village 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 Vaiaku Village
New York (United States)Sat, 3:57 PM16h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Sat, 12:57 PM19h behind
Toronto (Canada)Sat, 3:57 PM16h behind
London (United Kingdom)Sat, 8:57 PM11h behind
Paris (France)Sat, 9:57 PM10h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Sat, 11:57 PM8h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Sun, 3:57 AM4h behind
Tokyo (Japan)Sun, 4:57 AM3h behind
Sydney (Australia)Sun, 5:57 AM2h behind
Auckland (New Zealand)Sun, 7:57 AMSame time

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Vaiaku Village — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Vaiaku Village is the Australian dollar (AUD), 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
$ 1.43
AUD
€ 1 Euro
$ 1.63
AUD
£ 1 British Pound
$ 1.91
AUD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
$ 1.02
AUD

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

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Vaiaku Village

Knowing which languages are used in Vaiaku Village 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):
English
National language(s):
Tuvaluan

🗣 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 Vaiaku Village. 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
Funafuti (Funafuti, Tuvalu)0 mi0 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Alapi Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)0 mi1 kmNNE
⬆️
Senala Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)1 mi1 kmNNE
⬆️
Vaiaku (Funafuti, Tuvalu)1 mi1 kmNE
⬆️
Fakaifou Village (Funafuti, Tuvalu)1 mi1 kmNE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Vaiaku Village

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Vaiaku Village is the Great Wall of China (China), about 8,437 km away. Straight-line distances from Vaiaku Village to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China8,437 km5,243 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico10,572 km6,569 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India11,538 km7,169 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru11,736 km7,292 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil14,225 km8,839 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan15,540 km9,656 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy16,082 km9,993 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

Vaiaku Village shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Funafuti and Tuvalu. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Funafuti Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Funafuti, including major hub cities.
✈️ Tuvalu Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Tuvalu.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
IType I: Two or three flat angled pins
States By Alphabets

🧭 Vaiaku Village's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Vaiaku Village

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Vaiaku Village

Vaiaku Village keeps Left-hand traffic, same as the rest of Tuvalu. 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 Vaiaku Village

The closest airport to Vaiaku Village is Funafuti International Airport (FUN), about 0 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 Vaiaku Village From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Vaiaku Village

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

🔎 Explore More About Vaiaku Village

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Vaiaku Village

What side of the road do people drive on in Vaiaku Village?

Vaiaku Village, like the rest of Tuvalu, 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 Vaiaku Village use?

Vaiaku Village runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type I 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 Vaiaku Village?

In Vaiaku Village, reach police on 911, ambulance on 999, fire brigade on 000, a general emergency line on 911. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Vaiaku Village?

Funafuti International Airport (FUN) is the nearest airport to Vaiaku Village, about 0 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Vaiaku Village runs on Tuvalu Time (UTC +12:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Vaiaku Village?

Vaiaku Village shares the official and regional languages of Funafuti and Tuvalu — 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 Vaiaku Village?

No — Vaiaku Village uses the Australian dollar (AUD), symbol $. Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Vaiaku Village currency page for live rates.