Current Time in Belgium
Belgium uses Central European Time, with daylight saving time.
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Saturday, September 19, 2026
CESTUTC+2
Belgium time zone
Central European Time
Central European Summer Time (CEST)
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IANA time zone: Europe/Brussels.
Major cities in Belgium
Time Difference
| Compared with | Local time | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| Belgium to New York | -6 hours | |
| Belgium to London | -1 hour | |
| Belgium to Dubai | +2 hours | |
| Belgium to New Delhi | +3 hours 30 minutes | |
| Belgium to Tokyo | +7 hours |
Positive values mean the other city is ahead. Differences update automatically when daylight saving time changes.
Time in Belgium: FAQs
What time zone is Belgium in?
Belgium uses Central European Time (CET, UTC+1), switching to Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2) for daylight saving time.
Does Belgium observe daylight saving time?
Yes. In 2026, Central European Time starts daylight saving time on Sunday, March 29, 2026 and ends it on Sunday, October 25, 2026.
What is the time difference between Belgium and New York?
On Saturday, September 19, 2026, New York is 6 hours behind Belgium. The difference can change when either place switches to or from daylight saving time.
What time is it in Brussels, the capital?
Brussels is on Central European Time, currently CEST (UTC+2). The live time is shown at the top of this page and on the Brussels page.