The Republic of Molossia is a self-proclaimed micronation located in Nevada, USA, with a reported population of 33 people. It is not recognized by the UN but has its own flag, currency, and government, founded by Kevin Baugh.
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The Republic of Molossia is an unrecognized country inside the U.S. While not a true sovereign state—Molossians still voluntarily provide foreign aid (i.e., taxes) to their neighboring nation—the micronation boasts its own infrastructure and culture.
It's a sovereign city-state surrounded by Rome, with an area of less than half a square kilometre and an officially counted population of only a few hundred people.
Anyone who has an interest can visit the Republic of Molossia, but be sure to bring your passport—seriously. The mastermind behind this little slice of sovereignty is His Excellency President Grand Admiral Colonel Doctor Kevin Baugh, president and Raïs of Molossia, protector of the nation and guardian of the people.
Religions: No state recognized religion, religious affiliation is an individual choice, and is protected by law. Religious interference in politics is prohibited, though.
Only two countries have populations exceeding one billion people: India and China, with India now being the most populous, followed closely by China, both having over 1.4 billion residents as of 2025/2026, while the United States is the next largest at around 350 million.
Yes. Molossia is as a sovereign, independent nation within the territory of the United States. It exists as a state within a state, much like the Navajo Nation. We exercise sovereignty over our own territory, and have our own laws, customs and land.
Molossia (/moʊˈlɒsiə/), officially the Republic of Molossia, is a micronation claiming de facto sovereignty over 11.3 acres (4.6 ha; 46,000 m2) of land near Dayton, Nevada, United States. The micronation has not received recognition from any of the 193 member states of the United Nations.
The distance between Las Vegas and Republic of Molossia is 382 miles. The road distance is 403.8 miles. How do I travel from Las Vegas to Republic of Molossia without a car? The best way to get from Las Vegas to Republic of Molossia without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 15h 30m and costs .
The Republic of Molossia has its own Navy, Naval Academy, Space Program, Railroad, Postal Service, Bank, tourist attractions, measurement system, holidays, online movie theater, online radio station, and even its own time zone.
