The flag of New Zealand has a dark blue field with the flag of the United Kingdom — the Union Jack — in the canton and a representation of the Southern Cross constellation, made up of four five-pointed white-edged red stars, on the fly side of the field.

New Zealand

New Zealand

New Zealand (officially New Zealand) is an independent country located in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania. With a population of 5,324,700 people, it ranks #124 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 268,838 km² (#77 globally), with a population density of 20 people per km². The capital city is Wellington. The official languages are English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language.

Key Facts

Population

5,324,700

#124 world ranking

Area

268,838 km²

#77 world ranking

Population Density

20/km²

Capital

Wellington

Driving Side

Left

Timezones

5

UTC-11:00

Continent

Oceania

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of New Zealand?
The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.
What is the population of New Zealand?
New Zealand has a population of 5,324,700 people, ranking #124 in the world by population.
How big is New Zealand?
New Zealand covers an area of 268,838 km², ranking #77 in the world by area. The population density is 20 people per km².
What languages are spoken in New Zealand?
The official languages of New Zealand are: English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language.
What is the currency of New Zealand?
The currency of New Zealand is New Zealand dollar ($).

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