Three numbers. The ones that decide the meeting.
When the world meets at work.
Read the day in both zones.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Hyderabad uses the INR (₹) and Dakar uses the XOF (Fr). Language shifts too — English in Hyderabad, French in Dakar. Be careful behind the wheel: Hyderabad drives on the left, Dakar on the right.
- Country
- India
- Capital
- New Delhi
- Currency
- Indian rupee (INR · ₹)
- Language
- English, Hindi, Tamil
- Calling code
- +91
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- Senegal
- Capital
- Dakar
- Currency
- West African CFA franc (XOF · Fr)
- Language
- French
- Calling code
- +221
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Hyderabad and Dakar?
Hyderabad is 5.5 hours behind Dakar. Hyderabad runs on GMT+5:30 and Dakar on GMT+0. 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's the best time to schedule a meeting?
There are 2 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 Hyderabad from Dakar?
About 10,134 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 12h 25m, 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 Hyderabad and Dakar use?
Hyderabad uses the Indian rupee (INR, ₹); Dakar uses the West African CFA franc (XOF, Fr). 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 Hyderabad from Dakar?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +91, 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 Hyderabad and Dakar?
Hyderabad primarily speaks English, Hindi, Tamil; Dakar speaks French. English is widely used in business contexts in major cities of both, but written contracts may need translation.
Do Hyderabad and Dakar drive on the same side of the road?
No. India drives on the left, Senegal on the right. If you're renting, expect a learning curve on the first day — especially at roundabouts and when judging the centre of the lane.