⚠️ Kosovo has a disputed international status. It declared independence from Serbia in 2008 and is recognised by over 100 countries, but is not a UN member state. Serbia and several other countries do not recognise its independence. GenerateCountry presents factual information neutrally and does not take a political position.
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Kosovo

Kosovë / Косово
Capital
Pristina
Population
1.8M
Area
10,887 km²
Language
Albanian / Serbian

Kosovo is a country in Southern Europe, Europe. Its capital is Pristina, with a population of approximately 1.8M and a total area of 10,887 km². The official languages are Albanian / Serbian and the currency is the Euro (EUR).

📊 Quick Facts about Kosovo

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Population
1.8M
total residents
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Total Area
10,887 km²
land coverage
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Pop. Density
167/km²
people per km²
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GDP (nominal)
$10.4B
total output
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GDP per Capita
$5,700
per person
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Currency
Euro (EUR)
legal tender
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Language(s)
Albanian / Serbian
official
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Coastline
0 km (landlocked)
total shore
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Timezone
UTC+1
UTC offset
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Independence
2008
established
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Local Time in Pristina

Kosovo covers an area of 10,887 km² with a population density of 167/km² people per km². The country has a GDP of $10.4B ($5,700 per capita) and gained independence in 2008. It is a landlocked country with no coastline.

Did You Know?

Kosovo is one of the youngest countries in the world, having declared independence from Serbia on 17 February 2008. It is recognised by over 100 countries, including the US and most EU members.

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✈️ Travel Information for Kosovo

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Best Time to Visit
May–September
Continental, hot summers, cold winters
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Cost of Travel
Budget–Mid
vs global average
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Visa
Visa-free for EU, US, UK and many Western nationalities. Check requirements based on your passport.
entry requirements

⚠️ Visa requirements change frequently. Always verify with the official embassy or consulate before travel.

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📍 Kosovo on the Map

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📍 Pristina, Kosovo
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🏆 Kosovo World Rankings

1st
Newest Country in Europe
Kosovo declared independence in 2008, making it one of the world's newest recognised states.
6th
Youngest Population in Europe
Kosovo has one of the youngest median ages in Europe at around 29 years.

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions about Kosovo

What is the capital of Kosovo?

The capital of Kosovo is Pristina.

What continent is Kosovo in?

Kosovo is located in Europe, in the Southern Europe region.

What currency does Kosovo use?

Kosovo uses the Euro (EUR). The international calling code is +383.

What is the GDP of Kosovo?

Kosovo has a GDP of $10.4B, with a GDP per capita of $5,700.

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