This website uses cookies to better your experience. OK World Atlas - Maps, Geography, travel TRENDING: Past Pandemics Affect On Stock Markets Coronavirus helping the planet Worst Outbreaks In History DID YOU KNOW How Many Countries Are There in the World? There are 195 countries in the world, 193 of which are members of the United Nations. How Many Countries Are There in the World? Political map of the world. There are 195 countries in the world. The United Nations (UN) recognizes 195 sovereign countries. 193 of these countries are members of the United Nations, and two - the Holy See and the State of Palestine - are simply observer states. By some definitions, there are 197 countries in the world. This number is drawn when Taiwan and Kosovo are included. Is Taiwan a Country? Taiwan is officially named "the Republic of China" (China is "the People's Republic of China"). 21 members of the United Nations, as well as the Holy See, recognize Taiwan as the seat ...