China
Ghana
Beijing to Accra Time Difference
Accra is 7 hours behind Beijing
Beijing vs Accra — At a Glance
Beijing to Accra — Hour-by-Hour
About Beijing and Accra
Beijing (population: 21.5M) is known for the Forbidden City, the Great Wall, China's political center, and 2022 Olympics host. Accra (population: 2.5M) is known for West Africa's tech hub, Jamestown, and the gateway to Ghanaian gold trade.
Business Hours Overlap
Beijing is a national capital, so official government hours (typically 9 AM–5 PM) are the primary window for diplomatic and administrative communication with Accra.
Calling Between Cities
When calling Accra (+233) from Beijing (+86), be mindful of the 7-hour gap. The safest window is late afternoon in Beijing (4–6 PM) to reach people during waking hours.
Currency
Beijing uses CNY while Accra uses GHS. Check current exchange rates before making payments or transferring funds between the two cities.
Language
Beijing primarily speaks Mandarin, while Accra speaks English. For business communication, English is commonly used as a bridge language in international settings.
Use our world clock tool to compare Beijing and Accra visually, or browse more timezone conversions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the time difference between Beijing and Accra?
Accra, Ghana is 7 hours behind Beijing, China. Beijing is in the Asia/Shanghai timezone (UTC+8) and Accra is in the Africa/Lagos timezone (UTC+1).
When it's noon in Beijing, what time is it in Accra?
When it's 12:00 PM (noon) in Beijing, it's 5:00 AM in Accra.
What is the best time to call Accra from Beijing?
The best time to call Accra from Beijing is during the overlapping business hours. When it's 9 AM in Beijing, it's 2:00 AM in Accra. Aim for late morning to early afternoon in Beijing for the best chance of reaching someone during working hours.
What currency does Accra use?
Accra, Ghana uses GHS. Beijing uses CNY. You will need to check the current exchange rate for transactions between the two.
What language is spoken in Accra?
The primary language in Accra is English. English is widely used for international business communication.
How do I dial Accra from Beijing?
To call Accra from Beijing, dial your international access code followed by +233 and the local number. Beijing uses country code +86 and Accra uses +233.
