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Bouvet Island

Antarctic

Population

0

World Bank, 2025

Area

49 km²

GDP

—

World Bank, 2025

GDP Per Capita

—

World Bank, 2025

Life Expectancy

—

World Bank, 2025

Capital

—

Bouvet Island is a country a territory in the Antarctic region. As of 2025, it has a population of 0 and covers an area of 49 km². The official language is Norwegian. Bouvet Island is an island nation with no land borders.

How Large Is Bouvet Island's Economy?

Bouvet Island is classified as a low-income economy by World Bank standards, located in Antarctic. Detailed GDP figures are not yet available for this territory. Bouvet Island does not have a single official currency. As a non-UN member territory, Bouvet Island's trade operates under bilateral agreements.

GDP

—

World Bank, 2025

GDP Per Capita

—

World Bank, 2025

GDP Growth

—

Unemployment

—

Inflation

—

Currencies

—

What Are Bouvet Island's Demographics?

With 0 people, Bouvet Island is a nation of 0 people. At 0 people per km², the country is sparsely populated. The country's official language is Norwegian.

Population

0

World Bank, 2025

Life Expectancy

—

World Bank, 2025

Infant Mortality

—

Literacy Rate

—

Languages

Norwegian

CO₂ Per Capita

—

Where Is Bouvet Island Located?

Bouvet Island covers 49 km² (0 sq miles) and shares no land borders. The country sits within the Antarctic region, subregion, spanning Antarctica. As an island nation, it is entirely surrounded by water. the national capital serves as the seat of government and administrative capital of Bouvet Island. The country spans 1 time zone. Recognized internationally by ISO codes BV and BVT, Bouvet Island is a dependent or non-self-governing territory and not a full UN member. Its 0 currencies () reflect its trade arrangements within its particular governance status.

Area

49 km²

Region

Antarctic

Subregion

—

Capital

—

Timezones

UTC+01:00

Continents

Antarctica

Data sourced from World Bank Open Data. Last updated: April 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bouvet Island

What is the population of Bouvet Island?

Bouvet Island has a population of 0 as of 2025, according to World Bank data.

What is the capital of Bouvet Island?

Bouvet Island does not have a universally recognized capital city.

What region is Bouvet Island in?

Bouvet Island is located in Antarctic. It is part of the continent of Antarctica.

What is the size of Bouvet Island?

Bouvet Island covers an area of 49 km² (19 square miles).

What language is spoken in Bouvet Island?

The official language of Bouvet Island is Norwegian.

Is Bouvet Island a member of the United Nations?

Bouvet Island is not currently a full member of the United Nations.

What is Bouvet Island's GDP?

Data not available.

What is Bouvet Island's GDP per capita?

Data not available.

What is Bouvet Island's inflation rate?

Data not available.

What is the population density of Bouvet Island?

Bouvet Island has a population density of 0 people per km², making it sparsely populated.

What is the life expectancy in Bouvet Island?

Data not available.

What is the total area of Bouvet Island?

Bouvet Island has a total land area of 49 km² (0 sq miles). This measurement covers the country's total sovereign territory as recorded by international geographic databases.

How many countries does Bouvet Island border?

Bouvet Island does not share any land borders with other countries. It is entirely surrounded by water, making it an island or island-group nation.

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Quick Facts

Official Name
Bouvet Island
Capital
—
Region
Antarctic
Languages
Norwegian
Currency
—
UN Member
No
Independent
No
ISO Codes
BV / BVT

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Data sources: World Bank (2023), REST Countries API

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