Port Louis×Kinshasa
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 Port Louis, it's that in Kinshasa.
When it's 8:00 am in Port Louis, it's 5:00 am in Kinshasa — morning there, the same day.
When it's 10:00 am in Port Louis, it's 7:00 am in Kinshasa — morning there, the same day.
When it's 12:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 9:00 am in Kinshasa — late morning there, the same day.
When it's 3:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 12:00 pm in Kinshasa — midday there, the same day.
When it's 5:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 2:00 pm in Kinshasa — afternoon there, the same day.
When it's 9:00 pm in Port Louis, it's 6:00 pm in Kinshasa — evening there, the same day.
Crossing the border. Money, language, plugs.
Money changes hands at the border: Port Louis uses the MUR (₨) and Kinshasa uses the CDF (FC). Conversations can stay in French, which is official in both countries. Be careful behind the wheel: Port Louis drives on the left, Kinshasa on the right.
- Country
- Mauritius
- Capital
- Port Louis
- Currency
- Mauritian rupee (MUR · ₨)
- Language
- English, French, Mauritian Creole
- Calling code
- +230
- Drives on
- Left
- Country
- DR Congo
- Capital
- Kinshasa
- Currency
- Congolese franc (CDF · FC)
- Language
- French, Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili
- Calling code
- +243
- Drives on
- Right
Quick answers. Before you book the call.
What's the time difference between Port Louis and Kinshasa?
Port Louis is 3 hours behind Kinshasa. Port Louis runs on GMT+4 and Kinshasa on GMT+1. 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 Port Louis, what time is it in Kinshasa?
10:00 am in Port Louis is 7:00 am in Kinshasa on the same day — morning 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 Port Louis, what time is it in Kinshasa?
3:00 pm in Port Louis is 12:00 pm in Kinshasa on the same day — midday 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 5 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 Port Louis from Kinshasa?
About 4,890 km as the crow flies (great-circle distance). A non-stop commercial flight cruises that in roughly 6h 15m, 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 Port Louis and Kinshasa use?
Port Louis uses the Mauritian rupee (MUR, ₨); Kinshasa uses the Congolese franc (CDF, FC). 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 Port Louis from Kinshasa?
Dial the international prefix used by your carrier (often 00), then +230, 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 Port Louis and Kinshasa?
Both Mauritius and DR Congo count French among their official languages, so business meetings often skip translation. Port Louis also has English, Mauritian Creole; Kinshasa adds Kikongo, Lingala, Tshiluba, Swahili.
Do Port Louis and Kinshasa drive on the same side of the road?
No. Mauritius drives on the left, DR Congo 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.