Flag of American Samoa
territoryThe flag of American Samoa was adopted on April 27, 1960. Blue field with a white triangle and a bald eagle holding Samoan emblems. It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and brown. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of American Samoa |
|---|---|
| Country | American Samoa |
| Official Country Name | American Samoa |
| Capital | Pago Pago |
| Continent | Oceania |
| Region | Polynesia |
| ISO Country Code | AS / ASM |
| Internet Domain | .as |
| Calling Code | +1684 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English, Samoan |
| Demonym | American Samoan |
| Area | 199 km² |
| Population | 55,465 (2018 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of American Samoa |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | April 27, 1960 |
| First Used | 1960 |
| Current Version Adopted | April 27, 1960 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red, Brown |
| Design Type | Blue field with a white triangle and a bald eagle holding Samoan emblems |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #0071BC | 0, 113, 188 | 100, 40, 0, 26 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #BD1021 | 189, 16, 33 | 0, 92, 83, 26 | |
| Brown | #8B5A2B | 139, 90, 43 | 0, 35, 69, 45 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the triangle |
| Red colour | Represents the triangle border |
| Brown colour | Represents the eagle and staff |
| Bald eagle | The United States, holding a uatogi war club and a fue fly-whisk |
| Uatogi and fue | The authority of the Samoan chiefs — government power and wisdom |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1960 | The design was first used |
| 1960-04-27 | The current flag was officially adopted |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
| Present | The flag remains in official use |
Flag Dimensions and Construction
| Official Ratio | 1:2 |
|---|---|
| Width | 1 units (hoist) |
| Length | 2 units (fly) |
American Samoa Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of American Samoa
| Flag Type | Use | Link |
|---|---|---|
| National Flag | National representation | View flag |
| Civil Flag | Used by civilians | View flag |
| State Flag | Used by government | View flag |
| War Flag | Used during military operations | View flag |
| Naval Ensign | Used by the navy | View flag |
| Air Force Flag | Used by the air force | View flag |
| Presidential Standard | Used by the head of state | View flag |
| Royal Standard | Used by the monarch | View flag |
| Historical Flag | Previous national flag | View flag |
Quick Facts About the Flag
| Flag Age | 66 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | April 27, 1960 |
| Oldest Version | 1960 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Unique Feature | Blue field with a white triangle and a bald eagle holding Samoan emblems |
Facts about the Flag of American Samoa
- The bald eagle on the American Samoan flag carries a war club and a fly whisk — two traditional Samoan symbols of chiefly authority — rather than the arrows and olive branch of the United States arms.
- The colours were deliberately chosen as those common to both American and Samoan tradition, and the flag was adopted in 1960.
- The flag of American Samoa was officially adopted on April 27, 1960.
- The flag in its present form is 66 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Blue field with a white triangle and a bald eagle holding Samoan emblems.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and brown.
- The blue on the flag stands for the field.
- The white on the flag stands for the triangle.
- The red on the flag stands for the triangle border.
- Bald eagle: The United States, holding a uatogi war club and a fue fly-whisk.
- Uatogi and fue: The authority of the Samoan chiefs — government power and wisdom.
- American Samoa is an unincorporated and unorganised territory of the United States, administered by the United States.
- American football is the sport the territory is best known for, sending an unusually high number of players to the NFL.
- The flag is flown everywhere on 17 April, Flag Day.
- The capital is Pago Pago. The currency is the United States dollar (USD).
- It covers 199 km² and has a population of about 55,465 (2018 est.).
- The ISO country codes are AS and ASM. The internet domain is .as.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of American Samoa
When was the flag of American Samoa adopted?
The flag of American Samoa was officially adopted on April 27, 1960.
What do the colours of the flag of American Samoa mean?
Blue for the field, white for the triangle, red for the triangle border and brown for the eagle and staff.
Is American Samoa an independent country?
American Samoa is an unincorporated and unorganised territory of the United States, administered by the United States, a status held since 1900.
What is the national sport of American Samoa?
American football is the sport the territory is best known for, sending an unusually high number of players to the NFL.
What do the symbols on the flag of American Samoa represent?
Bald eagle — The United States, holding a uatogi war club and a fue fly-whisk. Uatogi and fue — The authority of the Samoan chiefs — government power and wisdom.
What are the proportions of the flag of American Samoa?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 55 national flags.
When is the national day of American Samoa?
It falls on 17 April, Flag Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of American Samoa?
The capital is Pago Pago. The currency is the United States dollar (USD) and the language spoken is English, Samoan.
How many colours are on the flag of American Samoa?
It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and brown.
Can I download the flag of American Samoa for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of American Samoa in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.