Caribbean Netherlands is a fascinating country located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region. Officially known as Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba, it is home to roughly 30,000 people and covers an area of about 328 square kilometres.
On this page you will find a complete profile of Caribbean Netherlands — its capital Kralendijk, its people and languages, the money used there, where it sits on the world map, and plenty of facts worth remembering the next time the country comes up in a quiz.
Caribbean Netherlands on the map
Caribbean Netherlands lies in Caribbean, in the Americas region of the world. Measuring roughly 328 square kilometres, it ranks 213th in the world by total area.
Caribbean Netherlands has no land borders at all — it is surrounded entirely by water, and this island setting has given it a distinct identity, ecosystem and way of life.
Kralendijk serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Caribbean Netherlands has to offer.
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Population and languages of Caribbean Netherlands
Caribbean Netherlands is home to approximately 30,000 residents — the 223rd largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Dutchs.
Caribbean Netherlands is multilingual: the languages spoken include Dutch, English and Papiamento. This linguistic variety reflects the country's layered history and the many communities that shaped it.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Caribbean Netherlands rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Practical information about Caribbean Netherlands
The official currency is the United States dollar (USD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Caribbean Netherlands is +599. Websites from the country typically use the .bq internet domain.
If Caribbean Netherlands came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Kralendijk) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Caribbean Netherlands
- Caribbean Netherlands's flag emoji is — its two-letter country code is BQ and its three-letter code is BES.
- Caribbean Netherlands covers 328 km², ranking 213th in the world by area.
- With about 30,000 people, Caribbean Netherlands holds the 223rd spot in the world population ranking.
- Caribbean Netherlands is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Caribbean Netherlands is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Caribbean Netherlands — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Caribbean Netherlands?
- The capital of Caribbean Netherlands is Kralendijk / Oranjestad / The Bottom.
- What is the population of Caribbean Netherlands?
- Caribbean Netherlands has a population of approximately 30,000 people, ranking 223rd in the world.
- Where is Caribbean Netherlands located?
- Caribbean Netherlands is located in Caribbean, part of the Americas region.
- What language is spoken in Caribbean Netherlands?
- The languages spoken in Caribbean Netherlands include Dutch, English and Papiamento.
- What currency is used in Caribbean Netherlands?
- Caribbean Netherlands uses the United States dollar (USD).
