There are 195 countries in the world today. This total includes 193 United Nations member states and 2 non-member observer states, which are Vatican City (Holy See) and Palestine.
Additional Context
- The total number of countries can vary depending on source and political recognition, with some lists considering up to 197 countries including certain non-member states like Cook Islands and Niue.
- There are some disputed or partially recognized states such as Kosovo and Taiwan that complicate the count.
- This figure of 195 is the widely accepted standard based on the United Nations' current recognition.
