China Standard Time to Indochina Time
Convert times between China Standard Time (CST, UTC+8:00) and Indochina Time (ICT, UTC+7:00). Indochina Time is 1 hour behind China Standard Time in standard time.
UTC+8:00→UTC+7:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| China Standard Time | CST | UTC+8:00 | — | China |
| Indochina Time | ICT | UTC+7:00 | — | Thailand / Vietnam |
Standard Time Conversion (CST → ICT)
| China Standard Time | Indochina Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM CST | 11:00 PM (prev day) ICT |
| 6:00 AM CST | 5:00 AM ICT |
| 9:00 AM CST | 8:00 AM ICT |
| 12:00 PM CST | 11:00 AM ICT |
| 3:00 PM CST | 2:00 PM ICT |
| 6:00 PM CST | 5:00 PM ICT |
| 9:00 PM CST | 8:00 PM ICT |
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert CST to ICT?
Add (-1) hours to the CST time to get ICT. For example, 9:00 AM CST = 8:00 AM ICT.
What is the current UTC offset for China Standard Time?
China Standard Time is always UTC+8:00 (CST) — it does not observe DST.
Is Indochina Time ahead or behind China Standard Time?
Indochina Time is 1 hour behind China Standard Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between CST and ICT?
A good overlap window is around 12:00 PM CST / 11:00 AM ICT, which falls within business hours for both timezones.
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