Current Time in Seoul

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KST

UTC+9

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About the Seoul Time Zone

Timezone

KST

UTC Offset

UTC+9

Region

East Asia

Daylight Saving

Daylight Saving Time in Seoul

South Korea does not observe daylight saving time. Seoul remains on Korea Standard Time (KST, UTC+9) year-round.

About Seoul

Seoul is the capital of South Korea and a global leader in technology, K-pop culture, and consumer electronics. It operates on KST (UTC+9) year-round.

Seoul is a major hub for East Asian business, technology, and entertainment. Its UTC+9 timezone aligns with Tokyo, making joint scheduling simple.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What time zone is Seoul in?+

Seoul is in Korea Standard Time (KST), which is UTC+9. South Korea does not observe daylight saving time.

Is Seoul the same timezone as Tokyo?+

Yes. Seoul and Tokyo both use UTC+9, though South Korea calls it KST and Japan calls it JST.

Does Seoul observe daylight saving time?+

No. South Korea abolished daylight saving time in 1988 and has remained on KST ever since.

How many hours ahead of London is Seoul?+

Seoul is 9 hours ahead of London in UK winter (GMT) and 8 hours ahead in UK summer (BST).

What is the time difference between Seoul and New York?+

Seoul is 14 hours ahead of New York in US winter (EST) and 13 hours ahead in US summer (EDT).