What Time Zone Is Kiribati?
Kiribati uses 3 time zones: NZST (UTC+12), UTC+13 (UTC+13), UTC+14 (UTC+14).
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· Kiribati — main zone
Pacific/Tarawa
Time zones in Kiribati
| Time zone | Offset now | Local time | Main areas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilbert Islands Time (NZST) | UTC+12 | --:-- | Pacific/Tarawa |
| Phoenix Islands Time (UTC+13) | UTC+13 | --:-- | Pacific/Kanton |
| Line Islands Time (UTC+14) | UTC+14 | --:-- | Pacific/Kiritimati |
Convert Kiribati time
Main time zone of Kiribati
| Time zone | Gilbert Islands Time |
|---|---|
| Abbreviation | NZST |
| UTC offset | UTC+12 |
| IANA time zone id | Pacific/Tarawa |
| Daylight saving time | Not observed |
Daylight saving time in Kiribati
Kiribati does not observe daylight saving time. The clocks stay on UTC+12 all year, so conversions never shift.
Kiribati time zone FAQ
What time zone is Kiribati in?
Kiribati spans 3 time zones: NZST (UTC+12), UTC+13 (UTC+13), UTC+14 (UTC+14).
Which areas of Kiribati use each time zone?
NZST: Pacific/Tarawa. UTC+13: Pacific/Kanton. UTC+14: Pacific/Kiritimati
Does all of Kiribati observe daylight saving time?
No. No part of Kiribati changes its clocks.
Updated 7 November 2026. Time zone data: IANA tz database.