Samoa
Independent State of Samoa
People: Samoan
Samoa is located in Polynesia and has a population of around 205,557. Its capital city is Apia, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Samoa has no land borders.
Samoa — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Independent State of Samoa |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Apia |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Polynesia |
| Population | 205,557 |
| Area | 2,842 km² |
| Currency | Samoan tālā (WST) T |
| Official Languages | English, Samoan |
| Dialling Code | +685 |
| Internet TLD | .ws |
| Timezone | UTC+13:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | WS / WSM |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Samoa
What is the capital of Samoa?
The capital of Samoa is Apia.
What currency does Samoa use?
Samoa uses the Samoan tālā (WST, symbol: T).
What language do they speak in Samoa?
The official languages of Samoa are English and Samoan.
What is the dialling code for Samoa?
The international dialling code for Samoa is +685.
What side of the road does Samoa drive on?
Samoa drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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