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Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a country or territory in Northern America. Its capital is Saint-Pierre.

Capital
Saint-Pierre

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is located in Northern America, and its capital is Saint-Pierre. Its official currency is the Euro (EUR).

What stands out

Practical reference

Euro (EUR)

Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses Euro (EUR), calling code +508, internet domain .pm.

About Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is an overseas collectivity of France located in the North Atlantic Ocean, off the northeast coast of Canada. It consists of two main islands, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and a number of smaller islets.

The archipelago has a rugged terrain with a total land area of 242 square kilometers. The climate is cool and temperate, with a lot of wind and fog, especially in winter.

The culture of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is a unique blend of French and North American influences. The language spoken is French, and Catholicism is the predominant religion. Life is strongly tied to the sea, with fishing being a major industry and cultural element.

First settled by French fishermen in the 17th century, Saint Pierre and Miquelon has a long history of territorial disputes between France and Great Britain. It has been under French administration for most of its history, becoming an overseas collectivity in 2003.

Key facts

  • Capital: Saint-Pierre
  • Official language: French
  • Currency: Euro

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Country data & reference

Capital

Saint-Pierre

Region / Subregion

Americas / Northern America

Native Name

Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon

Nationality

Saint-Pierrais or Miquelonnais

Phone Code

+508

Top-Level Domain

.pm

ISO Codes

PM / SPM

Coordinates

46.8333, -56.3333

Time zones

  • America/Miquelon (UTC-03:00)

Population, area and economic figures use the latest available values from World Bank Open Data; reporting years can vary by country. See sources and methodology for indicator definitions, mapping attribution, and editorial limitations.

Saint Pierre and Miquelon: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The capital of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is Saint-Pierre.

What currency is used in Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses the Euro (EUR), with the symbol €.

Where is Saint Pierre and Miquelon located?

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is located in Northern America, Americas.

What is the native name of Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The native name of Saint Pierre and Miquelon is Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon.

What are people from Saint Pierre and Miquelon called?

People from Saint Pierre and Miquelon are referred to as Saint-Pierrais or Miquelonnais.

What is the phone calling code for Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The international dialing code for Saint Pierre and Miquelon is +508.

What is the internet domain for Saint Pierre and Miquelon?

The country code top-level domain (ccTLD) for Saint Pierre and Miquelon is .pm.

What time zone is Saint Pierre and Miquelon in?

Saint Pierre and Miquelon uses the America/Miquelon time zone.

What is Saint Pierre and Miquelon known for?

Saint Pierre and Miquelon is an overseas collectivity of France located in the North Atlantic Ocean, off the northeast coast of Canada. It consists of two main islands, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and a number of smaller islets.