Flag of Aruba
territoryThe flag of Aruba was adopted on March 18, 1976. Light blue field with two yellow stripes and a red four-pointed star. It uses 4 colours: light blue, yellow, red and white. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Aruba |
|---|---|
| Country | Aruba |
| Official Country Name | Aruba |
| Capital | Oranjestad |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | Caribbean |
| ISO Country Code | AW / ABW |
| Internet Domain | .aw |
| Calling Code | +297 |
| Currency | Aruban florin (AWG) |
| National Language(s) | Dutch, Papiamento |
| Demonym | Aruban |
| Area | 180 km² |
| Population | 105,845 (2018 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Aruba |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | March 18, 1976 |
| First Used | 1976 |
| Current Version Adopted | March 18, 1976 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Light Blue, Yellow, Red, White |
| Design Type | Light blue field with two yellow stripes and a red four-pointed star |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light Blue | #418FDE | 65, 143, 222 | 71, 36, 0, 13 | |
| Yellow | #F9D616 | 249, 214, 22 | 0, 14, 91, 2 | |
| Red | #EF3340 | 239, 51, 64 | 0, 79, 73, 6 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Light Blue colour | Represents the sky, the sea and peace |
|---|---|
| Yellow colour | Represents abundance and the sun |
| Red colour | Represents the star |
| White colour | Represents the star’s border |
| Four-pointed star | The four points of the compass and the four main languages spoken on the island; its white border is the beaches |
| Two yellow stripes | The island’s position free from its former federation, and the flow of tourists |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1976 | The design was first used |
| 1976-03-18 | 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 | 2:3 |
|---|---|
| Width | 2 units (hoist) |
| Length | 3 units (fly) |
Aruba Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Aruba
| 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 | 50 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | March 18, 1976 |
| Oldest Version | 1976 |
| Most Common Color | Light Blue |
| Similar Flags | Alaska, Antarctica, Arkansas |
| Unique Feature | Light blue field with two yellow stripes and a red four-pointed star |
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Facts about the Flag of Aruba
- The four-pointed star stands for the four points of the compass and for the four main languages spoken on the island — Papiamento, Dutch, English and Spanish.
- Aruba's flag day, 18 March, is a public holiday, which is unusual for a territory rather than a sovereign state.
- The flag of Aruba was officially adopted on March 18, 1976.
- The flag in its present form is 50 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Light blue field with two yellow stripes and a red four-pointed star.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: light blue, yellow, red and white.
- The light blue on the flag stands for the sky, the sea and peace.
- The yellow on the flag stands for abundance and the sun.
- The red on the flag stands for the star.
- Four-pointed star: The four points of the compass and the four main languages spoken on the island; its white border is the beaches.
- Two yellow stripes: The island’s position free from its former federation, and the flow of tourists.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Alaska, Antarctica and Arkansas.
- Aruba is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, administered by the Netherlands.
- Football and baseball are the most popular sports.
- The national anthem is "Aruba Dushi Tera".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 18 March, Flag and Anthem Day.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Aruba
When was the flag of Aruba adopted?
The flag of Aruba was officially adopted on March 18, 1976.
What do the colours of the flag of Aruba mean?
Light blue for the sky, the sea and peace, yellow for abundance and the sun, red for the star and white for the star’s border.
Is Aruba an independent country?
Aruba is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, administered by the Netherlands, a status held since 1 January 1986, when Aruba took its status aparte.
What is the national sport of Aruba?
Football and baseball are the most popular sports.
What do the symbols on the flag of Aruba represent?
Four-pointed star — The four points of the compass and the four main languages spoken on the island; its white border is the beaches. Two yellow stripes — The island’s position free from its former federation, and the flow of tourists.
What are the proportions of the flag of Aruba?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Aruba?
The national anthem is "Aruba Dushi Tera".
When is the national day of Aruba?
It falls on 18 March, Flag and Anthem Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Aruba?
The capital is Oranjestad. The currency is the Aruban florin (AWG) and the language spoken is Dutch, Papiamento.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Aruba?
The closest matches are Alaska, Antarctica and Arkansas, which share both the construction and most of the colours.