Wallis and Futuna 🇼🇫 is a fascinating country located in Polynesia, part of the Oceania region. Officially known as Territory of the Wallis and Futuna Islands, it is home to roughly 11,600 people and covers an area of about 142 square kilometres.
On this page you will find a complete profile of Wallis and Futuna — its capital Mata-Utu, 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.
Wallis and Futuna on the map
Wallis and Futuna lies in Polynesia, in the Oceania region of the world. Measuring roughly 142 square kilometres, it ranks 226th in the world by total area.
Wallis and Futuna 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.
Mata-Utu serves as the capital — the centre of government and, for most travellers, the gateway to everything else Wallis and Futuna has to offer.
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Population and languages of Wallis and Futuna
Wallis and Futuna is home to approximately 11,600 residents — the 229th largest population on the planet. Its people are known as Wallis and Futuna Islanders.
The main language spoken here is French. Learning even a handful of phrases before a visit goes a long way with locals.
Like every country featured on Spin a Country, Wallis and Futuna rewards curiosity — its festivals, food and everyday customs tell a story that statistics alone never can.
Practical information about Wallis and Futuna
The official currency is the CFP franc (XPF, symbol ₣). Exchange rates fluctuate, so check current rates before travelling.
The international dialling code for Wallis and Futuna is +681. Websites from the country typically use the .wf internet domain.
If Wallis and Futuna came up on your random spin, take five minutes to memorise its flag, capital (Mata-Utu) and population — these are the three facts most often asked in geography quizzes.
Fun facts about Wallis and Futuna
- Wallis and Futuna's flag emoji is 🇼🇫 — its two-letter country code is WF and its three-letter code is WLF.
- Wallis and Futuna covers 142 km², ranking 226th in the world by area.
- With about 11,600 people, Wallis and Futuna holds the 229th spot in the world population ranking.
- Wallis and Futuna is not a full member state of the United Nations.
- Wallis and Futuna is completely surrounded by water, with zero land borders.
Wallis and Futuna — frequently asked questions
- What is the capital of Wallis and Futuna?
- The capital of Wallis and Futuna is Mata-Utu.
- What is the population of Wallis and Futuna?
- Wallis and Futuna has a population of approximately 11,600 people, ranking 229th in the world.
- Where is Wallis and Futuna located?
- Wallis and Futuna is located in Polynesia, part of the Oceania region.
- What language is spoken in Wallis and Futuna?
- The main language spoken in Wallis and Futuna is French.
- What currency is used in Wallis and Futuna?
- Wallis and Futuna uses the CFP franc (XPF).
