Countries & Territories

How many countries have you visited? Browse all countries and territories — mark them on the map where you've been, filter by continent, and explore country pages.

Under international law, 193 countries hold UN membership, joined by two UN observer states (the Vatican and Palestine) — together, the group commonly described as "fully sovereign countries." The list below also includes numerous dependent territories: islands and regions administered by another state (typically British, French, Dutch, American, Australian, New Zealand, Danish or Norwegian overseas territories) that fall short of full statehood, yet often carry their own flag, culture and — for travelers — a distinct destination worth ticking off.