As of May 8, 2025, there are 251 cardinals in the College of Cardinals of the Catholic Church. Among them, 134 are cardinal electors eligible to vote in a papal conclave

. The College of Cardinals is divided into three orders:

• Cardinal bishops (6 titular bishops plus some co-opted and Eastern Catholic patriarchs)
• Cardinal priests (typically diocesan bishops worldwide)
• Cardinal deacons (often working in the Roman Curia or diplomatic service)

These cardinals come from 94 countries across all seven continents, with Italy having the largest number (51 cardinals), followed by the United States (16) and Spain (13)

. In summary:

• Total cardinals: 251
• Cardinal electors (under age 80): 134
• Countries represented: 94
• Largest national contingents: Italy (51), USA (16), Spain (13)