Current Time in Sofia
Live Sofia time with automatic updates
About Sofia Time
Sofia follows the Europe/Sofia time zone. The current time shown above is automatically updated every second, ensuring you always have the accurate local time for Sofia.
Time Zone Information
The time shown is based on Sofia's official time zone (Europe/Sofia), which is +00:00 hours from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). This live clock automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) when applicable.
Sofia is currently observing Daylight Saving Time (DST).
Understanding the local time in Sofia is crucial for:
- •Scheduling international business meetings and conference calls
- •Planning travel arrangements and flight bookings
- •Coordinating with remote teams and global partners
- •Managing import/export operations and shipping schedules
🏢 Local Business Hours
Standard business hours in Sofia:
- •Monday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
- •Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- •Sunday: Closed
Note: Government offices close at 5:00 PM
Sofia Landmarks & Business
🏛️ Famous Landmarks
- •Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
- •Vitosha Boulevard
- •National Palace of Culture
- •Boyana Church
- •Ivan Vazov National Theatre
💼 Major Companies
- •Bulgaria Air
- •UniCredit Bulbank
- •Bulgartabac
- •EVN Bulgaria
- •Telenor Bulgaria
Business Culture & Communication
🤝 Cultural Notes
Punctuality:
Generally punctual for business. Relationship-building important in Bulgarian culture.
Business Etiquette:
Formal greetings and titles. Business meals are important for relationship building.
📞 Best Times to Call
From US Eastern:
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST (morning in Sofia)
From Europe:
6:00 AM - 10:00 AM CET (daytime in Sofia)
From Asia:
4:00 AM - 8:00 AM JST (morning in Sofia)
Major Public Holidays
Important holidays that may affect business operations in Sofia:
🎉Liberation Day
Liberation from Ottoman rule
Typically: March 3
🎉Unification Day
Bulgarian unification
Typically: September 6
🎉Independence Day
Independence from Ottoman Empire
Typically: September 22
Time Zone Facts
DST Status
Currently observing DST
UTC Offset
+00:00 from UTC
Coverage
Multiple cities in the region
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Using the Sofia World Clock
Our Sofia world clock is a reliable tool for checking the current local time. Whether you're scheduling international meetings, coordinating with remote teams, or planning travel, this tool provides accurate, real-time information about the current time in Sofia.