Senegal
Republic of Senegal
People: Senegalese
Senegal is located in Western Africa and has a population of around 18.6 million. Its capital city is Dakar, and the most widely spoken official language is French.
By the numbers, Senegal is the 69th most populous of the 196 countries covered on this site, home to 0.23% of the world's population. By land area it ranks 86th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 95 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Senegal — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Republic of Senegal |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Dakar |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Western Africa |
| Population | 18,593,258 |
| Area | 196,722 km² |
| Currency | West African CFA franc (XOF) Fr |
| Official Language | French |
| Dialling Code | +221 |
| Internet TLD | .sn |
| Timezone | UTC |
| Drives on the | Right side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | SN / SEN |
| Borders | Gambia, Guinea, Mali, Mauritania |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Senegal
What is the capital and currency of Senegal?
The capital of Senegal is Dakar and the currency is the West African CFA franc (XOF), symbol Fr.
What is the capital of Senegal?
The capital of Senegal is Dakar.
What currency does Senegal use?
Senegal uses the West African CFA franc (XOF, symbol: Fr).
What language do they speak in Senegal?
The official language of Senegal is French.
What is the dialling code for Senegal?
The international dialling code for Senegal is +221.
What side of the road does Senegal drive on?
Senegal drives on the right-hand side of the road.
Countries bordering Senegal
Gambia
Guinea
Mali
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