tokelau

Introduction

tokelau is located in Oceania, with its capital being Nukunonu Atoll and the official language being Tokelauan, Common English.

new zealand dollar is the legal tender of tokelau. The top-level domain of tokelau is .tk, and to make an overseas call to tokelau, you need to add +690 / 00690 before the number.

The IANA time zone of tokelau is Pacific/Fakaofo. The local time is 5 hours behind compared to Beijing time. On 2026-03-20, the sunrise time in tokelau's capital Nukunonu Atoll is 06:31, and the sunset time is 18:37.

Tokelau: New Zealand's Pacific Coral Atoll Territory

Tokelau is a New Zealand Overseas Territory located in the south-central Pacific Ocean, comprising three coral atolls, Atafu, Fakaofa and Nukuno. With a land area of just 12 square kilometers and a population of around 1,500, it is one of the smallest territories in the world. The official languages are English and Tokelauan, and the culture is a blend of Polynesian traditions and New Zealand influences, with traditional arts such as weaving and wood carving being distinctive. The economy is based on fishing, handicrafts and New Zealand aid, and the population is dependent on tropical agriculture such as coconut and breadfruit. Due to its low lying topography, Tokelau faces the threat of rising sea levels and environmental protection and sustainable development are important issues. Despite its sparse population, it retains a unique community culture and traditional way of life, making it a destination for experiencing authentic Pacific culture.