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Current Date And Time In Lai Vung, Vietnam

Tuesday, 28 July 2026
16:49:24 ICT
State: Dong Thap
Currency: Vietnamese Dong (VND)
Timezone: UTC +07:00 (ICT)
Population: 80,649
District: Xã Lai Vung

✈️ Lai Vung, Dong Thap, Vietnam - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Lai Vung, Dong Thap, Vietnam 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 Lai Vung.

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

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Vietnam, which includes Lai Vung, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Vietnam before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Vietnam's time zone +07:00, country calling code +84 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .VN. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Lai Vung.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+07:00
📞 Country Calling Code+84
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.VN

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Vietnam — police 113, ambulance 115, fire brigade 114. Store these in your phone before you reach Lai Vung. 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 Lai Vung.

🚔
Police
113
🚑
Ambulance
115
🚒
Fire
114

📊 Vietnam At A Glance

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

🌟
HDI Score
0.703
High
👤
Life Expectancy
74.7
years
📚
Literacy Rate
96.1%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,717
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
1.5%
of labour force

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

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Lai Vung for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Lai Vung
International Airport • VCA
Can Tho International Airport
Can Tho, VN
23
km away

📍 Each distance is measured from the location center named in that row — Lai Vung's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Lai Vung From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Lai Vung 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
Singapore (Singapore)1,009 km627 mi~ 1h 56m
Tokyo (Japan)4,447 km2,763 mi~ 5h 59m
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)5,547 km3,447 mi~ 7h 17m
Sydney (Australia)6,874 km4,271 mi~ 8h 50m
Auckland (New Zealand)8,898 km5,529 mi~ 11h 13m
Paris (France)10,098 km6,275 mi~ 12h 38m
London (United Kingdom)10,177 km6,324 mi~ 12h 43m
Los Angeles (United States)13,258 km8,238 mi~ 16h 21m
Toronto (Canada)13,999 km8,699 mi~ 17h 13m
New York (United States)14,347 km8,915 mi~ 17h 38m

✈ 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 Lai Vung, Vietnam is set to Indochina Time (ICT) with a current offset of UTC +07:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Lai Vung requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneIndochina Time (ICT)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +07:00
📅 DST Observing StatusNot Observed (Standard Time year-round)
🕒 Current Local Time4:49 PM on Tuesday, July 28, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Lai Vung to Major World Cities

It is currently 4:49 PM on Tuesday in Lai Vung. 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 Lai Vung 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 Lai Vung
New York (United States)Tue, 5:49 AM11h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 2:49 AM14h behind
Toronto (Canada)Tue, 5:49 AM11h behind
London (United Kingdom)Tue, 10:49 AM6h behind
Paris (France)Tue, 11:49 AM5h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Tue, 1:49 PM3h behind
Singapore (Singapore)Tue, 5:49 PM1h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Tue, 6:49 PM2h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Tue, 7:49 PM3h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Tue, 9:49 PM5h 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 Lai Vung — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Lai Vung is the Vietnamese dong (VND), 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
₫ 26,333.11
VND
€ 1 Euro
₫ 29,947.41
VND
£ 1 British Pound
₫ 35,030.25
VND
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
₫ 18,363.27
VND
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
₫ 18,660.62
VND

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed July 28, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Lai Vung

Knowing which languages are used in Lai Vung 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):
Vietnamese

🗣 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 Lai Vung. 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
Thốt Nốt (Can Tho City, Vietnam)4 mi7 kmWNW
⬆️
Quận Lấp Vò (Dong Thap, Vietnam)7 mi11 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
Lấp Vò (Dong Thap, Vietnam)9 mi14 kmNW
⬆️
Ô Môn (Can Tho City, Vietnam)10 mi17 kmSSE
⬆️
An Hòa (Dong Thap, Vietnam)11 mi17 kmENE
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Lai Vung

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Lai Vung is the Taj Mahal (India), about 3,444 km away. Straight-line distances from Lai Vung 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, India3,444 km2,140 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China3,501 km2,176 mi
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan7,536 km4,682 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy9,502 km5,904 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico16,242 km10,092 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil16,415 km10,200 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru19,634 km12,200 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

Lai Vung shares the same national travel standards as the rest of Dong Thap and Vietnam. For a broader view covering more cities and regional context, see the full state and country travel guides.

✈️ Dong Thap Travel GuideView travel standards for all of Dong Thap, including major hub cities.
✈️ Vietnam Travel GuideView nationwide travel standards for Vietnam.

⚡ Electrical Standards

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

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
AType A: Two flat parallel pins
BType B: Two flat parallel pins + round grounding pin
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
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🧭 Lai Vung's Travel Essentials — What Every Visitor Should Know

🔋 Before You Pack for Lai Vung

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

🚦 Rules of the Road in Lai Vung

Lai Vung keeps Right-hand traffic, same as the rest of Vietnam. 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 Lai Vung

The closest airport to Lai Vung is Can Tho International Airport (VCA), about 23 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 Lai Vung From Abroad

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

🗺 Planning a Route Beyond Lai Vung

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

🔎 Explore More About Lai Vung

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

Frequently Asked Questions — Travelling To Lai Vung

What side of the road do people drive on in Lai Vung?

Lai Vung, like the rest of Vietnam, 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 Lai Vung use?

Lai Vung runs on 230V / 50Hz power through Type A/B/C 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 Lai Vung?

In Lai Vung, reach police on 113, ambulance on 115, fire brigade on 114. See the Emergency Numbers card above — save these before you need them.

What is the closest airport to Lai Vung?

Can Tho International Airport (VCA) is the nearest airport to Lai Vung, about 23 km away. See the Nearest Airports table above for airports near the state capital as well.

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

Lai Vung runs on Indochina Time (UTC +07:00). See the Local Time Offset & DST Status card above, plus a live time-difference table against major world cities.

What languages are spoken in Lai Vung?

Lai Vung shares the official and regional languages of Dong Thap and Vietnam — 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 Lai Vung?

No — Lai Vung uses the Vietnamese dong (VND), symbol . Convert before you arrive; see the quick exchange reference above or the full Lai Vung currency page for live rates.