Countries that border Niger
Niger shares land borders with 7 countries: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Libya, Mali, Nigeria. Tap any neighbour to see who it borders, or play the daily country game.
Niger's neighbouring countries
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Key facts about Niger
- CapitalNiamey
- RegionWestern Africa
- Land borders7
- Area1,267,000 km²
- Population26,312,034
- ISO codeNE
Learning Niger on the map
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Frequently asked questions
How many countries border Niger?
Niger borders 7 countries: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Libya, Mali, Nigeria.
Which countries share a border with Niger?
The countries bordering Niger are: Algeria, Benin, Burkina Faso, Chad, Libya, Mali, Nigeria.
What is the capital of Niger?
The capital of Niger is Niamey.