Island Countries — Countries With No Land Borders
Island countries are sovereign nations entirely surrounded by water, with no land borders shared with other countries. These nations range from massive landmasses like Australia and Madagascar to tiny atolls in the Pacific. Island nations face unique challenges including vulnerability to rising sea levels, dependence on maritime trade, and often limited natural resources. However, many have thrived thanks to tourism, fishing, and strategic geographic positions.
Countries
86
Population
385.48M
% of total
34.4%
continents
6
Complete list
Frequently Asked Questions
How many island countries are there?
There are approximately 47 island countries in the world that have no land borders with any other nation.
What is the largest island country?
Australia is the largest island country by area, while Indonesia is the largest by population.