Belarus (officially Republic of Belarus) is an independent country located in Eastern Europe, Europe. With a population of 9,109,280 people, it ranks #99 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 207,600 km² (#87 globally), with a population density of 44 people per km². The capital city is Minsk. The official languages are Belarusian, Russian.
Key Facts
Population
9,109,280
#99 world ranking
Area
207,600 km²
#87 world ranking
Population Density
44/km²
Capital
Minsk
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+03:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
5
neighboring countries
Languages
- Belarusian— see all countries
- Russian— see all countries
Currency
- Belarusian ruble (Br)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (5)
Russia
Poland
Ukraine
Lithuania
LatviaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Belarus?
The capital of Belarus is Minsk.
What is the population of Belarus?
Belarus has a population of 9,109,280 people, ranking #99 in the world by population.
How big is Belarus?
Belarus covers an area of 207,600 km², ranking #87 in the world by area. The population density is 44 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Belarus?
The official languages of Belarus are: Belarusian, Russian.
What is the currency of Belarus?
The currency of Belarus is Belarusian ruble (Br).
What countries border Belarus?
Belarus shares borders with 5 countries: Russia, Poland, Ukraine, Lithuania, Latvia.