International San Marino relations

Country profile & diplomacy overview · 9 relations tracked

San Marino is a small, landlocked sovereign state located on the Italian Peninsula, surrounded by the Republic of Italy. It is the third smallest country in Europe, after the Vatican City and Monaco, and has an area of about 61.2 square kilometers. San Marino is a democratic republic with a parliamentary system of government, and its official language is Italian.

Population

33.9K#196 of 203

Land area

61 km²#198 of 203

GDP

$2.0B#180 of 197

Global influence

#181Very Low

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Closest relations Strained relations San Marino No data

The country has a population of about 34,000 people and is known for its mountainous terrain, which is home to several ancient castles and fortresses. It is also known for its mild climate, which attracts many tourists each year.

San Marino is not a member of the European Union, but it enjoys a close relationship with the EU through its membership in the Council of Europe and its participation in the EU's single market. It also has diplomatic relations with a number of countries around the world and is a member of several international organizations, including the United Nations.

Despite its small size and relatively modest economy, San Marino is considered a prosperous and stable country, with a high standard of living and a strong social welfare system. It is also known for its low crime rate and political stability.

Geography & terrain

Landlocked, no coastline. A tiny enclave entirely surrounded by Italy, built around the steep, rocky slopes of Monte Titano, with a mild Mediterranean climate. Its historical defensibility comes almost entirely from the mountain itself — the old fortified city sits on a narrow ridge that is naturally hard to approach — which helped it survive as one of the world's oldest republics despite its minuscule size.

Key facts

Diverse sources: UN, World Bank, San Marino Statistics Office/Department. Most recent available data
Capital	San Marino (4.1K people, 12.0% of total population)
Population	33.9K (#196 of 203 countries)
Land area	61 km² (#198 of 203 countries)
Main religion	Christianity
Life expectancy	82 years

Source: World Bank Open Data. Most recent available data (2023)
Currency	Euro
Main language(s)	Italian
Government type	Parliamentary republic
Time zone	UTC+1.0
GDP	$2.0B (#180 of 197 countries)
GDP per capita	$59.9K (#22 of 198 countries)
International calling code	+378
Driving side	Right
UNESCO World Heritage Sites	1
Nuclear power	No
European Union	Not a member
NATO	Not a member

Shares a land border with 1 country — here is how those relations stand

San Marino's relations with its neighbors

1 Italy 3.5/10 See relation →

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Rank #181 Very Low International Influence

San Marino's actions have no significant effect on the world, and a very limited impact on other countries.

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Most intense relations

Top 5 relations of San Marino by overall intensity. Intensity reflects the level and significance of interaction—not whether the relationship is positive or negative.

Closest relations

Top 5 closest relations of San Marino, by score

Most strained relations

Top 5 strained relations of San Marino, by score

Relations by category

Excellent: 8-10 · Good: 6-8 · Neutral: 4-6 · Bad: 2-4 · Very bad: 0-2

relations

Good 4 · 44%
Neutral 4 · 44%
Bad 1 · 11%

All relations of San Marino

San Marino has no historical data recorded yet with these countries. Their relation pages still exist, with a neutral starting score.

Undocumented relations of San Marino