Kiribati
Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati
People: I-Kiribati
Kiribati is located in Micronesia and has a population of around 120,740. Its capital city is South Tarawa, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Kiribati has no land borders.
By the numbers, Kiribati is the 180th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to under 0.01% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 173rd out of 196, with a population density of roughly 149 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Kiribati — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati |
|---|---|
| Capital City | South Tarawa |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Micronesia |
| Population | 120,740 |
| Area | 811 km² |
| Currency | Australian dollar (AUD) $ |
| Official Languages | English, Gilbertese |
| Dialling Code | +686 |
| Internet TLD | .ki |
| Timezones | UTC+12:00, UTC+13:00, UTC+14:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | KI / KIR |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kiribati
What is the capital and currency of Kiribati?
The capital of Kiribati is South Tarawa and the currency is the Australian dollar (AUD), symbol $.
What is the capital of Kiribati?
The capital of Kiribati is South Tarawa.
What currency does Kiribati use?
Kiribati uses the Australian dollar (AUD, symbol: $).
What language do they speak in Kiribati?
The official languages of Kiribati are English and Gilbertese.
What is the dialling code for Kiribati?
The international dialling code for Kiribati is +686.
What side of the road does Kiribati drive on?
Kiribati drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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