Dubai keeps its clock; overseas schedules can move
Dubai currently uses Gulf Standard Time, UTC+4, throughout the year. There is no seasonal clock change. Abu Dhabi follows the same UAE time, so travel between the two does not require a clock adjustment.
A call kept at the same London time shifts in Dubai when the UK enters or leaves summer time. Mumbai's UTC+5:30 offset puts it one hour and thirty minutes ahead of Dubai; keep those extra thirty minutes when arranging a connection or meeting.
Upcoming clock changes in Dubai
No clock change is scheduled in the next 12 months according to the time-zone rules available when this page was opened. Other cities may still change their clocks, so check the date of an international meeting.
Calculated on Oct 19, 2026 from available IANA rules. Governments can revise future rules; refresh this page for an updated calculation.
When it is 09:00 in Dubai
These two dated examples show how the same morning appointment can translate across the year. Each cell includes the destination date, in 24-hour time.
| Destination | January 15, 2026 | July 15, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| London | 05:00Jan 15, 2026 | 06:00Jul 15, 2026 |
| Mumbai | 10:30Jan 15, 2026 | 10:30Jul 15, 2026 |
Convert your own date from Dubai. The examples are individual instants, not a fixed year-round difference or a recommendation of working hours.
Reference: IANA: Asian time-zone rules. Guide reviewed September 28, 2026. Method and accuracy.