Liberia

About Liberia

Capital

Monrovia

Continent

Independence Date

26 July 1847

Official Language	English
Second Language	Kpelle, Bassa
Population	~5.5 million
Passport Color	Red
Passport Rank	#90
Dialing Code	231
Country TLD	.lr

Liberia Overview

Liberia, officially the Republic of Liberia, is a country located on the West African coast. It shares borders with Sierra Leone to the northwest, Guinea to the north, and Côte d’Ivoire to the east, while the Atlantic Ocean lies to its south and southwest. The capital and largest city is Monrovia.

Liberia is Africa’s oldest republic, founded by freed African Americans in the 19th century. The country’s flag and constitution are modeled after those of the United States. It is known for its lush rainforests, diverse wildlife, and a growing focus on post-war reconstruction, infrastructure, and education. Liberia’s economy relies on agriculture, mining, and shipping services.

The official language is English, though over 20 indigenous languages are also spoken. The national currency is the Liberian Dollar (LRD). The climate is tropical, with a long rainy season and abundant biodiversity along its coast and forested interior.

Quick Facts About Liberia

Coordinates	6.4281° N, 9.4295° W
Bordering Countries	Sierra Leone, Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire
Region / Continent	Africa (West Africa)
Total Area	~111,369 sq km
Population Density	~50 people per sq km
Highest Point	Mount Wuteve – 1,440 m
Major Rivers	Saint Paul, Cavalla, Cestos, Mano
Climate Type	Tropical; hot and humid with a long rainy season (May–October)
Famous For	Oldest African republic, rubber industry, beaches, rainforest biodiversity
Major Landmarks	Providence Island, Sapo National Park, Ducor Palace Hotel, Liberian National Museum
Official Language	English
Currency	Liberian Dollar (LRD)
Government Type	Unitary Presidential Republic
Time Zone	UTC+0 (Greenwich Mean Time)
Major Exports	Rubber, iron ore, timber, cocoa, palm oil
Visitor Entry	Visa required for most nationalities; e-visa available