The flag of Samoa has a red field. A blue rectangle, bearing a representation of the Southern Cross made up of five large and one smaller five-pointed white stars, is superimposed in the canton.

Samoa

Independent State of Samoa

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Samoa (officially Independent State of Samoa) is an independent country located in Polynesia, Oceania. With a population of 205,557 people, it ranks #189 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 2,842 km² (#180 globally), with a population density of 72 people per km². The capital city is Apia. The official languages are English, Samoan.

Key Facts

Population

205,557

#189 world ranking

Area

2,842 km²

#180 world ranking

Population Density

72/km²

Capital

Apia

Driving Side

Left

Timezones

1

UTC+13:00

Continent

Oceania

Bordering Countries

0

neighboring countries

Languages

Currency

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Samoa?
The capital of Samoa is Apia.
What is the population of Samoa?
Samoa has a population of 205,557 people, ranking #189 in the world by population.
How big is Samoa?
Samoa covers an area of 2,842 km², ranking #180 in the world by area. The population density is 72 people per km².
What languages are spoken in Samoa?
The official languages of Samoa are: English, Samoan.
What is the currency of Samoa?
The currency of Samoa is Samoan tālā (T).

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