The current local time in Georgia is shown above. Georgia operates on Georgia Standard Time (GET) with a UTC offset of UTC+4.

Major cities including Tbilisi, Batumi, Kutaisi, and Rustavi all follow the same national time zone.

Georgia uses a single time zone across the entire country, making time coordination simple nationwide.

Georgia follows Georgia Standard Time (UTC+4) throughout the year and does not observe Daylight Saving Time.

Quick Facts

• Capital: Tbilisi
• Region: Caucasus (between Europe and Asia)
• Time Zone: Georgia Standard Time (GET)
• UTC Offset: UTC+4
• Daylight Saving Time: No
• Population: About 3.7 million
• Language: Georgian
• Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL)

Time Difference from Major Cities

• Georgia ↔ Sydney: Sydney is usually 6–7 hours ahead, depending on Australian Daylight Saving Time.
• Georgia ↔ New York: New York is usually 8 hours behind Georgia.
• Georgia ↔ London: London is usually 4 hours behind Georgia.
• Georgia ↔ Dubai: Dubai is usually the same time as Georgia.
• Georgia ↔ Tokyo: Tokyo is usually 5 hours ahead of Georgia.

Time differences may vary slightly during Daylight Saving Time transition weeks.

Daylight Saving Time

Georgia does not observe Daylight Saving Time. The country remains on UTC+4 throughout the year, maintaining a consistent national time.

Best Time to Call Georgia from Abroad

If you are calling Georgia from:

• Australia (Sydney): Best time is 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sydney time, corresponding to morning in Georgia.
• United Kingdom: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM UK time works well.
• United States (New York): 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST reaches Georgia in the afternoon.

Typical business hours in Georgia are 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is Georgia in?

Georgia follows Georgia Standard Time (GET) which is UTC+4.

Does Georgia observe Daylight Saving Time?

No. Georgia ended Daylight Saving Time in 2005.

Is Georgia the same time as Armenia?

Yes. Georgia and Armenia both follow UTC+4.

Where is Georgia Located?

Georgia is located in the Caucasus region, between Eastern Europe and Western Asia. It borders Russia to the north, Turkey and Armenia to the south, and Azerbaijan to the southeast.

What is Georgia Famous For?

Georgia is known for its dramatic mountain landscapes, ancient history, and unique cultural traditions.

Georgia is famous for:

• The Caucasus Mountains and scenic landscapes
• Historic monasteries and churches
• Tbilisi’s colorful old town and architecture
• Traditional Georgian cuisine and wine culture
• Beautiful Black Sea coast cities like Batumi
• One of the oldest wine-making traditions in the world

Because of its rich history and stunning natural scenery, Georgia is one of the most fascinating countries in the Caucasus region.

Additional Note

Since Georgia does not observe Daylight Saving Time, international time differences may change when other countries adjust their clocks seasonally.