Geography
Tokelau is in Polynesia, Oceania. Its listed coordinates are -9, -172; it has no listed land-border neighbors.
Neighboring countries: No land borders.
Oceania
Tokelau
Tokelau is a country in Polynesia. Learn its capital, flag, population, area, currency, language, geography, culture, food, famous places, travel facts, and FAQs.
Quick Facts
- Capital
- Fakaofo
- Continent
- Oceania
- Region
- Polynesia
- Population
- 2.6 thousand
- Area
- 12 km²
- Currency
- New Zealand dollar (NZD)
- Official language
- English, Samoan, Tokelauan
- Calling code
- +690
- Internet TLD
- .tk
- Time zone
- UTC+13:00
Tokelau map preview: -9.00, -172.00
People and Culture
Tokelau uses English, Samoan, Tokelauan in this dataset. Culture, traditions, education, sport, arts, and daily life can vary by region, language community, and local history, so deeper cultural notes should be checked with reliable local sources.
Food: Food culture in Tokelau varies by region and community. This profile avoids naming specific dishes unless they have been reviewed from a dedicated source, making it a safe starting point for classroom or travel research.
Short History
Tokelau is recorded with the official name Tokelau. This profile uses country database fields for quick reference and links the country to its region, capital, identifiers, and basic geography. Detailed historical timelines should be checked with dedicated historical sources when used for formal research.
Famous Places and Travel Facts
Famous places
- Fakaofo
- Polynesia cultural and historic sites
- Oceania map and regional landmarks
Travel facts
- Capital or main administrative city: Fakaofo
- Time zone data: UTC+13:00
- Check official sources for entry, safety, and transport information.
Fun facts
- Tokelau is grouped under Oceania.
- Tokelau has a listed area of 12 km².
- Tokelau is not listed as a UN member in the source data.
FAQs about Tokelau
What is the capital of Tokelau?
The capital of Tokelau is Fakaofo.
What continent is Tokelau in?
Tokelau is in Oceania.
What currency does Tokelau use?
Tokelau uses the New Zealand dollar.
What language is spoken in Tokelau?
English, Samoan, Tokelauan is listed for Tokelau in this database.