Technical Specifications & Standards
Official chronometric properties, ISO standards, and international database registry identifiers for Wallis and Futuna Time:
Daylight Saving Time (DST) Transitions
⬆️ Spring Forward (Clocks Advance)
None
⬇️ Fall Back (Clocks Return)
None
Observing Jurisdictions & Subdivisions
1 Sovereign NationsSovereign nations, administrative subdivisions, and regional territories officially operating under WFT:
Regional Subdivisions & Territory Details
Financial Markets & Trading Hours
Coordinates French overseas territorial affairs, artisanal fishing, and South Pacific cultural exchanges.
Local Hours: 08:00 - 16:00 WFT
UTC Window: 20:00 - 04:00 UTC
Major Cities in WFT
Primary metropolitan centers and financial hubs observing this time zone:
Adoption History & Astronomical Facts
Year Established: 1961
Wallis and Futuna standardized on UTC+12 upon becoming a French overseas territory in 1961, sitting on the western side of the Date Line.
Wallis and Futuna consists of two island groups separated by 230 kilometers of open ocean, both governed by traditional kings under French constitutional law.
Frequently Asked Questions about WFT
What is Wallis and Futuna Time?
Wallis and Futuna Time (WFT) is UTC+12, observed in the French South Pacific territory.
Does Wallis and Futuna observe daylight saving?
No. The islands maintain UTC+12 all year.
What is the time difference between Paris and Wallis?
Wallis is 11 hours ahead of Paris in winter (CET) and 10 hours ahead in summer (CEST).