Welcome to Tuvalu 🇹🇻 — a remarkable destination in Polynesia. Its official name is Tuvalu, and today around 9,646 people call this Oceania nation home, spread across roughly 26 km² of territory.
Below is your complete country profile for Tuvalu: key statistics, an introduction to Funafuti, an interactive map, cultural notes and answers to the questions people most often ask about this corner of Oceania.
Geography of Tuvalu
Geographically, Tuvalu belongs to Polynesia within Oceania. Its territory spans approximately 26 km², which makes it the 242nd largest country or territory on Earth.
Tuvalu 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.
The capital city is Funafuti, the political and cultural heart of the country and usually the first stop for visitors who want to understand how tuvaluan life really works.
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People, language and culture
Around 9,646 people live in Tuvalu, making it the 231st most populous country or territory in the world. A person from Tuvalu is called a Tuvaluan.
Tuvalu is multilingual: the languages spoken include English and Tuvaluan. This linguistic variety reflects the country's layered history and the many communities that shaped it.
Beyond the numbers, everyday culture in Tuvalu — from markets and music to family traditions — is what makes discovering it through a random spin so rewarding.
Currency, travel and practical facts
The official currency is the Australian dollar (AUD, symbol $). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Tuvalu is +688. Websites from the country typically use the .tv internet domain.
Quiz tip: the three facts most worth memorising about Tuvalu are its flag, its capital Funafuti, and its approximate population of 9,646.
Fun facts about Tuvalu
- Tuvalu's flag emoji is 🇹🇻 — its two-letter country code is TV and its three-letter code is TUV.
- Tuvalu covers 26 km², ranking 242nd in the world by area.
- With about 9,646 people, Tuvalu holds the 231st spot in the world population ranking.
- Tuvalu is a member state of the United Nations.
- Tuvalu is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Tuvalu — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Tuvalu?
- The capital of Tuvalu is Funafuti.
- What is the population of Tuvalu?
- Tuvalu has a population of approximately 9,646 people, ranking 231st in the world.
- Where is Tuvalu located?
- Tuvalu is located in Polynesia, part of the Oceania region.
- What language is spoken in Tuvalu?
- The languages spoken in Tuvalu include English and Tuvaluan.
- What currency is used in Tuvalu?
- Tuvalu uses the Australian dollar (AUD).
