In Antarctica a Country?

There are no countries in Antarctica, although seven nations claim different parts of it: New Zealand, Australia, France, Norway, the United Kingdom, Chile, and Argentina.

Is Antarctica a state or a nation?

Antarctica is not a country: it has no government and no indigenous population. Instead, the entire continent is set aside as a scientific preserve. The Antarctic Treaty, which came into force in 1961, enshrines an ideal of intellectual exchange.

Is there a county in Antarctica?

There are no countries in Antarctica. Although scientific expeditions visit Antarctica, there are no permanent human residents. There are about 4,000 seasonal visitors to Antarctica.