Abidjan×Port Louis
Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
If it's this in Abidjan, it's that in Port Louis.
When it's 8:00 am in Abidjan, it's 12:00 pm in Port Louis — midday there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Abidjan, it's 2:00 pm in Port Louis — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Abidjan, it's 4:00 pm in Port Louis — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Abidjan, it's 7:00 pm in Port Louis — evening there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Abidjan, it's 9:00 pm in Port Louis — night there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Abidjan, it's 1:00 am in Port Louis — late night there, the next day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Abidjan uses the XOF (Fr) and Port Louis uses the MUR (₨). Conversations can stay in French, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Abidjan drives on the right, Port Louis on the left.
- Country
- Côte d'Ivoire
- Capital
- Yamoussoukro
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF · Fr)
- Language
- French
- Calling code
- +225
- Drives on
- Right
- Country
- Mauritius
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR · ₨)
- Language
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Calling code
- +230
- Drives on
- Left
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Abidjan and Port Louis?
Abidjan is 4 hours ahead of Port Louis. Abidjan runs on GMT+0 and Port Louis on GMT+4. The gap can shift by an hour when either side enters or leaves daylight saving — the live clocks above always reflect the current offset.
When it's 10 am in Abidjan, what time is it in Port Louis?
10:00 am in Abidjan is 2:00 pm in Port Louis on the same day — afternoon there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When it's 3 pm in Abidjan, what time is it in Port Louis?
3:00 pm in Abidjan is 7:00 pm in Port Louis on the same day — evening there. The same shift applies to any hour; the quick-conversion cards and the 24-hour table above cover the full day.
When's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 4 hours where both cities are inside a 09:00–17:00 workday. Aim for the middle of that window so neither side is starting or closing out.
Does daylight saving time change the difference?
Yes, if either city observes DST. When one side shifts and the other doesn't, the gap changes by one hour. The DST badges under each clock show whether each zone is currently shifted and when the next transition lands.
How far is Abidjan from Port Louis?
About 7,291 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 9h 5m, not counting airport time, winds, or routing around restricted airspace.
Can I send this meeting time as a calendar invite?
Yes. Pick a time on the slider above, open the meeting card, customize the title and duration, then download the .ics file. It imports cleanly into Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar with the correct timezone attached.
What currency do Abidjan and Port Louis use?
Abidjan uses the West African CFA franc (XOF, Fr); Port Louis uses the Mauritian rupee (MUR, ₨). Check the live rate before transferring money or paying with a card abroad — most banks add a 1–3 % FX margin on top of the mid-market rate.
How do I call Abidjan from Port Louis?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +225, then the local number — drop any leading zero of the city or mobile code. For free calls, WhatsApp, Signal, and FaceTime work over Wi-Fi regardless of country code.
What language is spoken in Abidjan and Port Louis?
Both Côte d'Ivoire and Mauritius count French among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Abidjan also has no other official tongue; Port Louis adds English, Mauritian Creole.
Do Abidjan and Port Louis drive on the same side of the road?
No. Côte d'Ivoire drives on the right, Mauritius on the left. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.