BS EN ISO 3166-1:2020

# BS EN ISO 3166-1:2020 - Country Codes Standard## OverviewBS EN ISO 3166-1:2020 is the definitive international standard for the representation of names of countries and their subdivisions. This latest edition, published on 23rd September 2020, provides the most up-to-date and authoritative reference for the alpha-2, alpha-3, and numeric country codes used worldwide.## Key Features and Benefits### Comprehensive Country Coverage- Covers 249 countries, territories, and areas of special sovereignty- Includes all member states of the United Nations, as well as non-member states and other areas of geographical interest### Authoritative Country Identification- Provides the official, standardized names of countries in multiple languages- Ensures unambiguous identification of countries to support international trade, communications, and data exchange### Flexible Code Representations- Specifies alpha-2, alpha-3, and numeric country codes- Allows for versatile implementation across a wide range of applications and systems### Regularly Updated- New edition published in 2020 to reflect the latest changes in country status and names- Ensures the standard remains current and relevant### Supports Compliance- Adherence to BS EN ISO 3166-1 is required for many international regulations and industry standards- Helps organizations maintain compliance and avoid costly errors or penalties## Technical SpecificationsBS EN ISO 3166-1:2020 is an identical adoption of the International Standard ISO 3166-1:2020, which specifies the following:- Country names in English, French, and Spanish- Alpha-2, alpha-3, and numeric country codes- Criteria for the assignment and withdrawal of country codes- Procedures for the maintenance of the standardThe standard is published as a 40-page PDF document and is also available in hardcopy format.## ConclusionBS EN ISO 3166-1:2020 is an essential reference for any organization that needs to accurately identify countries and territories worldwide. By ensuring compliance with this authoritative standard, you can streamline international operations, improve data quality, and avoid costly mistakes. Whether you're working in logistics, finance, or any other global industry, this standard is a must-have for maintaining accurate and compliant country identification.