Tunisia (officially Tunisian Republic) is an independent country located in Northern Africa, Africa. With a population of 11,972,169 people, it ranks #80 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 163,610 km² (#94 globally), with a population density of 73 people per km². The capital city is Tunis. The official language is Arabic.
Key Facts
Population
11,972,169
#80 world ranking
Area
163,610 km²
#94 world ranking
Population Density
73/km²
Capital
Tunis
Driving Side
Right
Timezones
1
UTC+01:00
Continent
Africa
Bordering Countries
2
neighboring countries
Calling Code
+216
Languages
- Arabic— see all countries
Currency
- Tunisian dinar (د.ت)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (2)
Countries bordering Tunisia →
Algeria
LibyaCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of Tunisia?
The capital of Tunisia is Tunis.
What is the population of Tunisia?
Tunisia has a population of 11,972,169 people, ranking #80 in the world by population.
How big is Tunisia?
Tunisia covers an area of 163,610 km², ranking #94 in the world by area. The population density is 73 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Tunisia?
The official languages of Tunisia are: Arabic.
What is the currency of Tunisia?
The currency of Tunisia is Tunisian dinar (د.ت).
What countries border Tunisia?
Tunisia shares borders with 2 countries: Algeria, Libya.