Why visit
Tuvalu 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
Tuvalu
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At a glance
Location
-8.0°, 178.0°
Coast
Has coastline
Country area
26 km²
10 mi²
Country population
11k
438/km²
Subregion
Polynesia
Currency
Australian dollar ($)
AUD
Dial
+688
Languages
English, Tuvaluan
Demonym
Tuvaluan
Internet
.tv
UN
Member state
ISO code
TV / TUV
Where in the world
-8.0° · 178.0°
Tuvalu
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Did you know
- Tuvalu is one of the four least-visited countries in the world, with fewer than 1,500 tourists per year.
- The country earns a significant fraction of its government revenue from leasing its .tv internet domain.
- At just 26 km² and an average elevation of 2 m, Tuvalu may be the first nation completely lost to rising seas.
Plan checks
- Start research with the capital Funafuti, then compare two or three other regions.
- Check passport validity, visa rules, health requirements, and travel insurance for current conditions.
- Verify swim safety, ocean conditions, and water-quality reports by month.
- Bring layered clothing and verify trail/park access before arrival.
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Frequently asked about Tuvalu
What is the capital of Tuvalu?
Funafuti is the capital of Tuvalu.
What currency does Tuvalu use?
Tuvalu uses the Australian dollar ($), ISO code AUD.
What languages are spoken in Tuvalu?
The primary languages are English and Tuvaluan.
Is Tuvalu landlocked?
No, Tuvalu has a coastline.
What is the international calling code for Tuvalu?
The calling code is +688.
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