Palestine
State of Palestine
People: Palestinian
Palestine is located in Western Asia and has a population of around 5.5 million. Its capital city is Ramallah, Jerusalem, and the most widely spoken official language is Arabic.
By the numbers, Palestine is the 119th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.07% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 164th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 882 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Palestine — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | State of Palestine |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Ramallah, Jerusalem |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Western Asia |
| Population | 5,483,450 |
| Area | 6,220 km² |
| Currency | Egyptian pound (EGP) E£ |
| Official Language | Arabic |
| Dialling Code | +970 |
| Internet TLD | .ps |
| Timezone | UTC+02:00 |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | PS / PSE |
| Borders | Israel, Egypt, Jordan |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Palestine
What is the capital and currency of Palestine?
The capital of Palestine is Ramallah and the currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), symbol E£.
What is the capital of Palestine?
The capital of Palestine is Ramallah, Jerusalem.
What currency does Palestine use?
Palestine uses the Egyptian pound (EGP, symbol: E£).
What language do they speak in Palestine?
The official language of Palestine is Arabic.
What is the dialling code for Palestine?
The international dialling code for Palestine is +970.
What side of the road does Palestine drive on?
Palestine drives on the right-hand side of the road.
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