Tonga
Kingdom of Tonga
People: Tongan
Tonga is located in Polynesia and has a population of around 100,179. Its capital city is Nuku'alofa, and the most widely spoken official language is English. As an island nation, Tonga has no land borders.
By the numbers, Tonga is the 185th 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 176th out of 196, with a population density of roughly 134 people per km².
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
Tonga — key facts at a glance
| Official Name | Kingdom of Tonga |
|---|---|
| Capital City | Nuku'alofa |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Polynesia |
| Population | 100,179 |
| Area | 747 km² |
| Currency | Tongan paʻanga (TOP) T$ |
| Official Languages | English, Tongan |
| Dialling Code | +676 |
| Internet TLD | .to |
| Timezone | UTC+13:00 |
| Drives on the | Left side |
| Emergency Number | 112 (works on most mobile networks worldwide) |
| ISO Code | TO / TON |
| Borders | Island nation / no land borders |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tonga
What is the capital and currency of Tonga?
The capital of Tonga is Nuku'alofa and the currency is the Tongan paʻanga (TOP), symbol T$.
What is the capital of Tonga?
The capital of Tonga is Nuku'alofa.
What currency does Tonga use?
Tonga uses the Tongan paʻanga (TOP, symbol: T$).
What language do they speak in Tonga?
The official languages of Tonga are English and Tongan.
What is the dialling code for Tonga?
The international dialling code for Tonga is +676.
What side of the road does Tonga drive on?
Tonga drives on the left-hand side of the road.
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