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Aerial view of Ruhnu Island

Welcome to the Principality of Ruhnu

The official government portal of our sovereign island nation in the Baltic Sea

National Symbols

Flag of Ruhnu

National Flag

A Nordic cross design combining Swedish and Estonian elements, with a blue background representing the Baltic Sea and a yellow cross with black borders symbolizing our Swedish heritage.

Coat of Arms of Ruhnu

Coat of Arms

Three blue lions on a golden shield, surrounded by an ornate golden border and topped with a royal crown, representing our Estonian heritage and sovereign status.

Latest News

June 22, 2025

Toomas Rebane Elected as First Prime Minister

Toomas Rebane of the Baltic Unity Movement has been elected as the first Prime Minister of the Principality of Ruhnu, winning 56.1% of the vote in the micronation's inaugural democratic election held on June 21, 2025.

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May 25, 2025

Prince Announces Citizenship Restrictions to Preserve Heritage

H.R.H. Prince Alvar I has announced new restrictions on citizenship applications to preserve Ruhnu's unique cultural heritage, limiting eligibility to local residents, qualified investors, and those born within 160km of Ruhnu.

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May 24, 2025

Arrests Made Following Political Unrest

Authorities in the Principality of Ruhnu have arrested several members of the Ruhnu Democratic Movement (RDM) following yesterday's political demonstrations against the monarchy.

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