What is Austenasia?
We are a small sovereign state (often classified as a micronation), with an Emperor, traditions, territory, currency, citizens and much more!
Is Austenasia a real country?
Yes. Austenasia is a sovereign state, separate and independent from the United Kingdom, the United States, and all other countries which claim its land. By Articles 1 and 3 of the 1933 Montevideo Convention, we fulfill the requirements of a state in international law.
How did Austenasia become independent?
Three Declarations of Independence were sent in 2008: one to the MP for Carshalton and Wallington, one to the British Prime Minister, and one to the British Home Office. The date on which the first was sent, 20 September 2008, is regarded as the date on which the Empire was founded.
When was it founded?
Austenasia was founded on the 20th of September 2008, by Emperor Terry I.
How is it governed?
We have our own Emperor (currently Alexander VI), a functioning government, a parliament and a senate! We have a huge roster of legislation to peer through if you are interested, and it was applied in many cases – it is not just for fun!
How many citizens?
We have about 120 citizens and over 600 honorary subjects. You are welcome to become one!
Where is it located?
We have many territories across the world, but our capital is located near London, England.
What makes it unique?
Traditions, longevity, a lively culture – both political and private. We have been around for over 17 years, and left our mark on the world, being visited by several tourists, journalists, covered in prestigious press articles… but all that pales in comparison to the mark that others left on us, the community of Austenasians.
The incumbent Emperor of Austenasia, Alexander VI ascended the Throne on 30 September 2025, having been appointed Heir to Aggelos I by the Senate.
Who runs Austenasia now?
Officially the Empire of Austenasia is ruled by a government and a monarch, currently Emperor Alexander VI. and Prime Minister John Gordon.
What does the Emperor do?
Imperial Consent from the Emperor has to be given to all Acts of Parliament passed before they can become law. He can also appoint candidates for Prime Minister, appoint nobility, can create his own laws regarding lands belonging to the Crown, issue Imperial Decrees for executive governance, and award honours to people he thinks are deserving of one.
Do you pay taxes?
Austenasian subjects are permitted to hold dual nationality with their countries of origin. The Austenasian Government expects all dual citizens living in Austenasia to pay taxes to their countries of origin if asked.
Can I become a subject of Austenasia?
We recommend that you apply for Honorary Subjectship first!
Is Austenasia environmentally friendly?
Yes! In the Empire, it is a crime to damage the environment, and we’ve founded an Environmental Agency which works to protect and conserve our natural surroundings. We haven’t ratified the Kyoto Protocol, but only because we have practically no emissions so there’s not much point. Furthermore, we took part in Earth Hour 2009, turning off all our electricity for one hour alongside hundreds of millions of people to protest against energy consumption and show other governments that we want something done about climate change. We helped organise the ImEY and have passed several laws aimed at minimising our damage to the environment, such as a recently passed ban on the importation of palm oil.