What is the Atlian Empire?
The Atlian Empire is a micronation, which unites three sovereign states under one crown: The Kingdom of Atlia, the United Kingdom of Esteleria and the Archduchy of Nisea; as well as having a Condominium with the United Republic of Obscurium. Its capital is the Capital District of Atlium (Kingdom of Atlia) located in Tamaulipas, Mexico; The Empire has a presence in Mexico, the United States, Canada, the P.R. of China, the coast of Australia (Kingdom of the Southern Star in the UK of Esteleria) and some ceremonial territories in Antarctica (Kingdom of the Southern Star in the UK of Esteleria, Imperial Atlian Antarctic Territory).
Founded by S.I & R.A. Prince Regent Luis Marcel of Atlia on 7 September, 2022.
Although Atlia meets the four essential requirements of a state according to article 1 of the 1933 Montevideo Convention (defined territory, government, capacity to enter into relations with other states and permanent population), that is without counting the first sentence of its article 3 "The political existence of the state is independent of recognition by the other states"; Atlia is not an internationally recognized state and from the imperial government itself, that is not an aim at all. The micronational aspect of Atlia is maintained as a balance between the seriousness in which we seek to operate and the creativity of its leaders and communities, creating a cohesion based on the history achieved by our micronation up to this point.
Atlia is a community of people with similar ideas, who share interest in cultural, social, audiovisual and ecological activities; with the goal of carrying them out and supporting the community with them. In recent years, Atlia has focused its efforts on promoting micronational diplomatic and cultural development beyond simply signing international treaties, and according to its five-year plan 2023 - 2028, it will redouble efforts in the ecological area starting in 2025.

General information
Founded: July 25, 2017 A.D. (Kingdom of Atlia); September 7, 2022 A.D. (Atlian Empire)
Demonym: Atlian, Surastrian
Official Languages: Spanish and English
National Motto: “Gloria Ex Memoria” (Glory from Memory)
Location: Tamaulipas, Nuevo León, Coahuila and Tabasco, Mexico; California and Maine, USA; Nunavut and Newfoundland and Labador, Canada; Shanghai, P.R. China and Antarctica.
Borders: With the Mexican Republic, the US, China and Canada.
Form of Government: Semi-constitutional Monarchy
National Animal: House Sparrow (Passer Domesticus)
National Currency: Atlian Ayotle (AYT)
Total Population: 20 (Imperial Census 2024)
Head of State: Prince Regent Luis Marcel (De Facto); King Geronimo II (De Iure)
Diplomatic summary
The Atlian Empire maintains formal diplomatic relations with 9 micronations at the moment, as well as some Acts of Friendship and Cooperation. Atlia is a member of several intermicronational organizations and zones, listed below:
Union Against Micronational War - Member since 4 May, 2020, through the Kingdom of Atlia.
Community of Micronations of Spanish Official Language (Comunidad de Micronaciones de Lengua Oficial Española) - Member since 17 July, 2020, through the Kingdom of Atlia.
South Pacific Co-operation Organization - Member (through the Kingdom of the Southern Star) since 22 August, 2023.
Chausalantique Bloc - Member since 28 August, 2023.
Frequent questions
What is a micronation?
According to Encyclopedia Britannica, a micronation is an "entity that claims to be an independent state but whose sovereignty is not recognized by the international community. Micronations are distinct from microstates, such as Liechtenstein or Vatican City, whose sovereignty over extremely small territories and populations is internationally recognized.
Micronations vary significantly in form, motivation, purpose, and seriousness.
Can my micronation establish diplomatic relations with Atlia?
The Empire of Atlia extends a hand of friendship to all micronations that love peace and diplomatic professionalism. We recommend visiting the website of the Imperial Ministry of Foreign Affairs by clicking on the "Foreign Relations" tab in the menu above for more information.
Does Atlia claim all the territory of the cities/states/provinces where it is located?
No. The Atlian Empire is guided by the Wrythe and Edgbaston Conventions on territorial claims. The details seen on maps are to show the location where the territories claimed by Atlia, usually no larger than a house, are located.
Why is the Head of State not His Majesty King Geronimo II?
His Imperial and Royal Majesty, King Geronimo II, has shown no interest in taking his position as Head of State of the Kingdom; Thus, it falls to Prince Luis Marcel, the King's heir, to assume the role as Prince-Regent. This is in accordance with the provisions of the Constitution of the Atlian Empire.