Flag of Azerbaijan
countryThe flag of Azerbaijan was adopted on February 5, 1991. Horizontal tricolour with a white crescent and eight-pointed star. It uses 4 colours: blue, red, green and white. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Azerbaijan |
|---|---|
| Country | Azerbaijan |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Azerbaijan |
| Capital | Baku |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Western Asia |
| ISO Country Code | AZ / AZE |
| Internet Domain | .az |
| Calling Code | +994 |
| Currency | Azerbaijani manat (AZN) |
| National Language(s) | Azerbaijani, Russian |
| Demonym | Azerbaijani |
| Area | 86,600 km² |
| Population | 10 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Azerbaijan |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | February 5, 1991 |
| First Used | 1918 |
| Current Version Adopted | February 5, 1991 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Blue, Red, Green, White |
| Design Type | Horizontal tricolour with a white crescent and eight-pointed star |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Azerbaijan |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #00B5E2 | 0, 181, 226 | 100, 20, 0, 11 | |
| Red | #EF3340 | 239, 51, 64 | 0, 79, 73, 6 | |
| Green | #509E2F | 80, 158, 47 | 49, 0, 70, 38 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the Turkic heritage |
|---|---|
| Red colour | Represents progress and the building of a modern state |
| Green colour | Represents Islam |
| White colour | Represents the crescent and star |
| Eight-pointed star | The eight branches of the Turkic peoples |
| Crescent | Islam — the flag is called the Trirang, or three-coloured |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1918 | The design was first used |
| 1991-02-05 | 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) |
Azerbaijan Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
| National Holidays | Yes |
| Military | Yes |
| Naval Use | Yes |
| Embassies | Yes |
| International Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Azerbaijan
| 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 | 35 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | February 5, 1991 |
| Oldest Version | 1918 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Armenia, Austria, Bolivia |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal tricolour with a white crescent and eight-pointed star |
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Facts about the Flag of Azerbaijan
- This was the first flag in the Muslim world to combine a crescent and star with a European-style horizontal tricolour, adopted in 1918.
- The eight points of the star are usually explained as the eight Turkic peoples, though other readings exist.
- The flag was restored in 1991 after seventy years of Soviet designs, and a national flag day was established in 2010.
- The flag of Azerbaijan was officially adopted on February 5, 1991.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1918, 73 years before it was formally made the flag of Azerbaijan.
- The flag in its present form is 35 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal tricolour with a white crescent and eight-pointed star.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 54 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: blue, red, green and white.
- The blue on the flag stands for the Turkic heritage.
- The red on the flag stands for progress and the building of a modern state.
- The green on the flag stands for Islam.
- Eight-pointed star: The eight branches of the Turkic peoples.
- Crescent: Islam — the flag is called the Trirang, or three-coloured.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour" family, shared with 32 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Armenia, Austria and Bolivia.
- Azerbaijan became independent on 18 October 1991 from the Soviet Union.
- The Azerbaijan Democratic Republic was declared on 28 May 1918 and was the first secular democratic republic in the Muslim world.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Azerbaijan
When was the flag of Azerbaijan adopted?
The flag of Azerbaijan was officially adopted on February 5, 1991, though the design had already been in use since 1918.
What do the colours of the flag of Azerbaijan mean?
Blue for the Turkic heritage, red for progress and the building of a modern state, green for Islam and white for the crescent and star.
When did Azerbaijan gain independence?
Azerbaijan became independent on 18 October 1991 from the Soviet Union. The Azerbaijan Democratic Republic was declared on 28 May 1918 and was the first secular democratic republic in the Muslim world.
What is the national sport of Azerbaijan?
Wrestling and chess are the strongest sports internationally; football is the most popular.
What do the symbols on the flag of Azerbaijan represent?
Eight-pointed star — The eight branches of the Turkic peoples. Crescent — Islam — the flag is called the Trirang, or three-coloured.
What are the proportions of the flag of Azerbaijan?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 54 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Azerbaijan?
The national anthem is "Azərbaycan marşı".
When is the national day of Azerbaijan?
It falls on 28 May, Republic Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Azerbaijan?
The national animal is the Karabakh horse.
What is the capital of Azerbaijan?
The capital is Baku. The currency is the Azerbaijani manat (AZN) and the language spoken is Azerbaijani, Russian.