US Eastern Time to Gulf Standard Time
Convert times between US Eastern Time (EST, UTC-5:00) and Gulf Standard Time (GST, UTC+4:00). Gulf Standard Time is 9 hours ahead of US Eastern Time in standard time. During daylight saving time this difference changes to 8 hours.
UTC-5:00 / -4:00→UTC+4:00
Live timezone converterUTC Offset Reference
| Timezone | Abbreviation | Standard offset | DST offset | Country |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Eastern Time | EST / EDT | UTC-5:00 | UTC-4:00 | United States |
| Gulf Standard Time | GST | UTC+4:00 | — | UAE / Oman |
* DST offset applies during summer months. Exact transition dates vary by year.
Standard Time Conversion (EST → GST)
| US Eastern Time | Gulf Standard Time |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EST | 9:00 AM GST |
| 6:00 AM EST | 3:00 PM GST |
| 9:00 AM EST | 6:00 PM GST |
| 12:00 PM EST | 9:00 PM GST |
| 3:00 PM EST | 12:00 AM (next day) GST |
| 6:00 PM EST | 3:00 AM (next day) GST |
| 9:00 PM EST | 6:00 AM (next day) GST |
Summer (DST) Conversion (EDT → GST)
| US Eastern Time (summer) | Gulf Standard Time (summer) |
|---|---|
| 12:00 AM EDT | 8:00 AM GST |
| 6:00 AM EDT | 2:00 PM GST |
| 9:00 AM EDT | 5:00 PM GST |
| 12:00 PM EDT | 8:00 PM GST |
| 3:00 PM EDT | 11:00 PM GST |
| 6:00 PM EDT | 2:00 AM (next day) GST |
| 9:00 PM EDT | 5:00 AM (next day) GST |
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Notes
- US Eastern Time observes DST. Clocks advance 1 hour to EDT (UTC-4:00) roughly from month 3 to 11.
- The offset difference shifts between 9h (standard) and 8h (DST season). Always verify the current offset using the live converter below.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I convert EST to GST?
Add 9 hours to the EST time to get GST. For example, 9:00 AM EST = 6:00 PM GST.
What is the current UTC offset for US Eastern Time?
US Eastern Time is UTC-5:00 during standard time (EST) and UTC-4:00 during summer daylight saving time (EDT).
Is Gulf Standard Time ahead or behind US Eastern Time?
Gulf Standard Time is 9 hours ahead of US Eastern Time in standard time.
When is a good time to schedule a meeting between EST and GST?
Due to the 9-hour difference, business-hours overlap may be limited. Use the live timezone converter to find a mutually convenient time.
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