Why visit
Marshall Islands is a destination in Oceania with coastlines and warm-water travel at its core. Plan around season, swim conditions, and regional island or coastal routes.
Country · Oceania
Marshall Islands
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At a glance
Location
9.0°, 168.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
181 km²
70 mi²
Country population
42k
232/km²
Subregion
Micronesia
Currency
United States dollar ($)
USD
Dial
+692
Languages
English, Marshallese
Demonym
Marshallese
Internet
.mh
UN
Member state
ISO code
MH / MHL
Where in the world
9.0° · 168.0°
Marshall Islands
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Did you know
- The Marshall Islands were the site of 67 US nuclear tests from 1946-1958, including the Bikini Atoll tests.
- The stick charts used by Marshallese navigators to trace ocean swells are a unique indigenous form of cartography.
- The country has a Compact of Free Association with the US that lets Marshallese citizens live and work freely in America.
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Majuro, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Marshall Islands
What is the capital of Marshall Islands?
Majuro is the capital of Marshall Islands.
What currency does Marshall Islands use?
Marshall Islands uses the United States dollar ($), ISO code USD.
What languages are spoken in Marshall Islands?
The primary languages are English and Marshallese.
Is Marshall Islands landlocked?
No, Marshall Islands has a coastline.
What is the international calling code for Marshall Islands?
The calling code is +692.
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