Why visit
Funafuti is the capital of Tuvalu. A practical starting point for museums, food, and onward routes into the country.
Tuvalu at a glance
Country center
-8.0°, 178.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
26 km²
10 mi²
Country population
11k
438/km²
Subregion
Polynesia
Currency
Australian dollar ($)
AUD
Dial
+688
Languages
English, Tuvaluan
Demonym
Tuvaluan
Internet
.tv
UN
Member state
ISO code
TV / TUV
Where in the world
-8.0° · 178.0°
Tuvalu
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Did you know
- Tuvalu is one of the four least-visited countries in the world, with fewer than 1,500 tourists per year.
- The country earns a significant fraction of its government revenue from leasing its .tv internet domain.
- At just 26 km² and an average elevation of 2 m, Tuvalu may be the first nation completely lost to rising seas.
Plan checks
- Choose a neighborhood first: many capitals have tourist centers that are not the best places to stay.
- Public transport passes usually beat taxis and rideshares for multi-day visits.
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Frequently asked about Funafuti
What currency is used in Funafuti?
Funafuti uses the Australian dollar ($), ISO code AUD.
What languages are spoken in Tuvalu?
The primary languages are English and Tuvaluan.
What is the international calling code for Tuvalu?
The calling code is +688.
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