Brunei — Country Facts & Profile
Negara Brunei Darussalam
South-Eastern Asia, Asia
Brunei (Negara Brunei Darussalam) is a country in South-Eastern Asia, Asia. With a population of 455,500 and an area of 5,765 km², the capital city is Bandar Seri Begawan. The official language is Malay. The national currency is the Brunei dollar ($ BND).
Quick Facts
Economy
Brunei has a GDP per capita of $33,153, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Geography
Brunei is located in South-Eastern Asia at coordinates 4.50°N, 114.67°E. It shares borders with 1 country. Total land area: 5,765 km² (2,226 mi²). Population density: 79 people per km². The highest point is Bukit Pagon at 1,850 m.
1,850 m
209 km
Travel & Living
Key indicators for visiting or living in Brunei. Average temperature in Bandar Seri Begawan: 26°C (79°F).
Nature & Wildlife
Brunei has 1 zoo.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Brunei, including Hassanal Bolkiah National Stadium with a capacity of 30,000 seats.
30,000 seats
Cities in Brunei
States & Regions
Frequently Asked Questions about Brunei
- What is the capital of Brunei?
- The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan.
- What is the population of Brunei?
- Brunei has a population of approximately 455,500 people.
- What continent is Brunei in?
- Brunei is located in Asia, in the South-Eastern Asia subregion.
- Where is Brunei located?
- Brunei is located in South-Eastern Asia, Asia, at coordinates 4.5°N, 114.7°E.
- What currency does Brunei use?
- Brunei uses the Brunei dollar ($ BND).
- What is the capital and currency of Brunei?
- The capital of Brunei is Bandar Seri Begawan and the currency is the Brunei dollar (BND).
- What language is spoken in Brunei?
- The official language of Brunei is Malay.
- What is the area of Brunei?
- Brunei covers a total area of 5,765 km² (2,226 square miles).
- How large is Brunei in square miles?
- Brunei has a total area of approximately 2,226 square miles (5,765 km²).
- What is the population density of Brunei?
- Brunei has a population density of approximately 79 people per km².
- Is Brunei an independent country?
- Yes, Brunei is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- How many countries does Brunei border?
- Brunei shares land borders with 1 country.
- What is the GDP per capita of Brunei?
- The GDP per capita of Brunei is approximately $33,153.
- What is the average temperature in Bandar Seri Begawan?
- The average annual temperature in Bandar Seri Begawan, the capital of Brunei, is approximately 26°C (79°F).
- What countries border Brunei?
- Brunei shares land borders with: Malaysia.
- What is the country calling code for Brunei?
- The international calling code for Brunei is +673. To call Brunei from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +673 and the local number.
- What time zone is Brunei in?
- Brunei operates on the UTC+08:00 time zone.
- What is the highest point in Brunei?
- The highest point in Brunei is Bukit Pagon at 1,850 m (6,070 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Brunei?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Brunei is approximately $36,020 (World Bank data).