Gambia
Republic of the Gambia
People: Gambian
Gambia is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 2.4 million. Its capital city is Banjul, and the most widely spoken official language is English.
By the numbers, Gambia is the 142nd most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.03% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 161st out of 196, with a population density of roughly 227 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Gambia — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of the Gambia |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Banjul |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 2,422,712 |
| Area | 10,689 km² |
| Currency | Dalasi (GMD) D |
| Official Language | English |
| Dialling Code | +220 |
| Internet TLD | .gm |
| Timezone | UTC+00:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | GM / GMB |
| Borders | Senegal |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gambia
What is the capital and currency of Gambia?
The capital of Gambia is Banjul and the currency is the Dalasi (GMD), symbol D.
What is the capital of Gambia?
The capital of Gambia is Banjul.
What currency does Gambia use?
Gambia uses the Dalasi (GMD, symbol: D).
What language do they speak in Gambia?
The official language of Gambia is English.
What is the dialling code for Gambia?
The international dialling code for Gambia is +220.
What side of the road does Gambia drive on?
Gambia drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Gambia
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