Malta
Republic of Malta
People: Maltese
Malta is one of the world's smallest and most densely populated countries, with a history spanning 7,000 years. Malta is located in Southern Europe and has a population of around 574,250. Its capital city is Valletta, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Malta has no land borders.
By the numbers, Malta is the 167th 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 187th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 1,817 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Malta — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Malta |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Valletta |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southern Europe |
| Population | 574,250 |
| Area | 316 km² |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) € |
| Official Languages | English, Maltese |
| Dialling Code | +356 |
| Internet TLD | .mt |
| Timezone | UTC+01:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 |
| ISO Code | MT / MLT |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Malta
What is the capital and currency of Malta?
The capital of Malta is Valletta and the currency is the Euro (EUR), symbol €.
What is the capital of Malta?
The capital of Malta is Valletta.
What currency does Malta use?
Malta uses the Euro (EUR, symbol: €).
What language do they speak in Malta?
The official languages of Malta are English and Maltese.
What is the dialling code for Malta?
The international dialling code for Malta is +356.
What side of the road does Malta drive on?
Malta drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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