How Many Countries Are There in the World?

195 Countries of the World (2025) – Global Overview

The question, “How many countries are there in the world?“ is simple yet significant. Whether you’re a student, traveler, business analyst, or simply curious, understanding the global map is essential. In 2025, the number of countries officially recognized in the world is 195. This includes 193 member states of the United Nations and 2 observer states — the Vatican City and Palestine.

This comprehensive blog post explores not only the number of countries in 2025 but also their populations, categorized alphabetically for easy navigation. Let’s dive in.

What Defines a Country?

Before we explore the numbers, it’s essential to define what qualifies as a country:

Political Recognition

To be considered a country, a territory generally needs:

Defined borders
Permanent population
A functioning government
The ability to enter relations with other countries

UN Membership

There are 193 UN member states. Additionally, Vatican City and Palestine are recognized as observer states, making the total 195.

How Many Countries Are in the World in 2025?

Total Countries: 195
- UN Member States: 193
- Observer States: 2 (Vatican City, Palestine)

This count does not include:

Taiwan (recognized by some countries but not a UN member)
Kosovo (recognized by over 100 countries but not universally accepted)
Dependencies or territories (e.g., Puerto Rico, Greenland, Hong Kong)

World Population Overview (2025)

In 2025, the global population is estimated to reach approximately 8.2 billion people. This growth is driven mainly by countries in Asia and Africa.

Population by Continent (2025 Estimate):

Continent	Population	% of World Total
Asia	4.84 billion	59%
Africa	1.55 billion	18.9%
Europe	744 million	9.0%
Latin America	668 million	8.1%
North America	388 million	4.7%
Oceania	47 million	0.6%

Complete List of Countries in the World (2025)

Here is the official list of 195 countries and their estimated population in 2025:

Countries A–E (2025)

Country	Population_2025
Afghanistan	45453787
Albania	2817679
Algeria	47590142
Andorra	81277
Angola	39134280
Antigua and Barbuda	100548
Argentina	47359632
Armenia	2740586
Australia	26921898
Austria	9097301
Azerbaijan	10720135
Bahamas	412732
Bahrain	1546034
Bangladesh	175686899
Barbados	281821
Belarus	9051141
Belgium	11956213
Belize	441730
Benin	14257220
Bhutan	794034
Bolivia	12396985
Bosnia and Herzegovina	3176131
Botswana	2784882
Brazil	212812405
Brunei	468608
Bulgaria	6375182
Burkina Faso	25346383
Burundi	13541954
Cabo Verde	603767
Cambodia	17459800
Cameroon	30581342
Canada	39029848
Central African Republic	6337454
Chad	19846218
Chile	20128945
China	1416096094
Colombia	52631506
Comoros	959742
Congo	6212631
Costa Rica	5312018
Croatia	3847962
Cuba	11113215
Cyprus	1255976
Czech Republic	10503825
Denmark	5947788
Djibouti	1196006
Dominica	74986
Dominican Republic	11744421
Ecuador	18588463
Egypt	118365995
El Salvador	6396346
Equatorial Guinea	1749394
Eritrea	3959028
Estonia	1292276
Eswatini	1240587
Ethiopia	135472051

F–J (2025)

Country	Population_2025
Fiji	944298
Finland	5603457
France	66650804
Gabon	2466206
Gambia	2861464
Georgia	3693264
Germany	84075075
Ghana	36147452
Greece	10060368
Grenada	126210
Guatemala	19245776
Guinea	15301646
Guinea-Bissau	2254212
Guyana	829110
Haiti	12173938
Honduras	10730399
Hungary	9443198
Iceland	399388
India	1463865525
Indonesia	285721236
Iran	92417681
Iraq	45662913
Ireland	5312852
Israel	9944468
Italy	58198379
Jamaica	2808008
Japan	123103479
Jordan	11454915

K–O (2025)

Country	Population_2025
Kazakhstan	19895486
Kenya	59768229
Kiribati	132578
Korea, North	25724492
Korea, South	50717439
Kuwait	4889931
Kyrgyzstan	7144692
Laos	7934650
Latvia	1812096
Lebanon	5452027
Lesotho	2232261
Liberia	6134237
Libya	7264708
Liechtenstein	40889
Lithuania	2503564
Luxembourg	689223
Madagascar	31959289
Malawi	22134381
Malaysia	35276992
Maldives	591672
Mali	23958954
Malta	531147
Marshall Islands	42790
Mauritania	5128050
Mauritius	1294923
Mexico	131946900
Micronesia	116578
Moldova	2607163
Monaco	39025
Mongolia	3491442
Montenegro	618397
Morocco	38669780
Mozambique	35535369
Myanmar	58029564
Namibia	2701852
Nauru	11150
Nepal	31582992
Netherlands	17719797
New Zealand	5257486
Nicaragua	7090342
Niger	28211310
Nigeria	237527782
North Macedonia	2082404
Norway	5511055
Oman	4911115

P–T (2025)

Country	Population_2025
Pakistan	255219554
Palau	18092
Palestine	5849253
Panama	4635620
Papua New Guinea	10125120
Paraguay	7420420
Peru	34876800
Philippines	116786962
Poland	37075347
Portugal	10142327
Qatar	2853935
Romania	18993518
Russia	143997393
Rwanda	14567912
Saint Kitts & Nevis	47555
Saint Lucia	180251
Saint Vincent & the Grenadines	111747
Samoa	228408
San Marino	33968
Sao Tome & Principe	251309
Saudi Arabia	37453716
Senegal	18378619
Serbia	6888885
Seychelles	108263
Sierra Leone	8738992
Singapore	6036208
Slovakia	5456369
Slovenia	2114841
Solomon Islands	766041
Somalia	20246986
South Africa	61078585
South Sudan	13218831
Spain	47687077
Sri Lanka	21422453
Sudan	48750320
Suriname	635971
Sweden	10678894
Switzerland	9005347
Syria	23309131
Tajikistan	10802713
Tanzania	70545865
Thailand	71619863
Timor-Leste	1447971
Togo	9507511
Tonga	108222
Trinidad and Tobago	1396940
Tunisia	12563142
Turkey	87685426
Turkmenistan	6588855
Tuvalu	11490

U–Z (2025)

Country	Population_2025
Uganda	51150238
Ukraine	37942012
United Arab Emirates	10045192
United Kingdom	69551332
United States	347275807
Uruguay	3501261
Uzbekistan	35723970
Vanuatu	352430
Vatican City	812
Venezuela	33596863
Vietnam	101598527
Yemen	36288692
Zambia	21215465
Zimbabwe	17627395

Final Thoughts

Understanding how many countries are in the world isn’t just a trivia fact — it connects us to global diversity, geopolitics, and demographic shifts. As of 2025, the world’s 195 countries reflect a vast spectrum of cultures, economies, and populations.

Whether you’re planning to travel, studying global trends, or just curious, knowing these country-wise population stats will deepen your global awareness.

FAQs

How many countries are there in the world in 2025?

There are 195 recognized countries: 193 UN members and 2 observer states.

What is the most populous country in 2025?

India, with an estimated 1.46 billion people.

Which continent has the most countries?

Africa, with 54 countries.

Mark Deo

Mark Deo is passionate about health, wellness, and lifestyle, providing practical tips and insights to help readers achieve a healthier, more fulfilling life.