Afghan Date Converter
Edit any calendar — the other two update instantly.
About the Afghan Date Converter
The Afghan Date Converter is a professional utility designed for the Afghan community and researchers. It allows you to instantly convert dates between the Shamsi (Solar Hijri), Hijri (Lunar Hijri), and Miladi (Gregorian) calendar systems.
Whether you are calculating an official government date from Afghanistan, finding the Islamic date for religious observations, or converting a birthdate, this tool provides accurate and instant results.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Shamsi calendar?
The Shamsi (Solar Hijri) calendar is the official calendar of Afghanistan and Iran. It is a solar calendar that starts its years on the vernal equinox (Nowruz) and bases its epoch on the Hijra (migration) of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
How do I convert a Gregorian (Miladi) date to Shamsi?
Simply select the "Miladi" section in the tool above and enter your year, month, and day. The tool will instantly calculate and display the corresponding Shamsi and Hijri dates.
Are the Hijri dates accurate for religious holidays?
Our Hijri conversion uses the astronomical Umm al-Qura system. While highly accurate for general use, religious holidays like Eid or Ramadan are subject to actual moon sightings and may vary by one day.
Why does the Shamsi calendar have different month names?
The Afghan Shamsi calendar uses Zodiac-based names like Hamal, Sawr, and Jawza. These correspond to the movement of the sun through the constellations, which is different from the naming conventions of the Gregorian or Lunar Hijri calendars.