Flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
territoryThe flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba was adopted on February 19, 1937. Horizontal tricolour of the Netherlands. It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba |
|---|---|
| Country | Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba |
| Official Country Name | Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba |
| Capital | Kralendijk, Oranjestad, The Bottom |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | Caribbean |
| ISO Country Code | BQ / BES |
| Internet Domain | .bq, .nl |
| Calling Code | +599 |
| Currency | United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | Dutch, English, Papiamento |
| Demonym | Dutch |
| Area | 328 km² |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | February 19, 1937 |
| First Used | 1572 |
| Current Version Adopted | February 19, 1937 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Blue |
| Design Type | Horizontal tricolour of the Netherlands |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #AE1C28 | 174, 28, 40 | 0, 84, 77, 32 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Blue | #21468B | 33, 70, 139 | 76, 50, 0, 45 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents originally orange, for the House of Orange |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the middle band of the Prince’s Flag |
| Blue colour | Represents the lower band of the Prince’s Flag |
| Dutch tricolour | The Caribbean Netherlands are special municipalities of the Netherlands |
| Oldest tricolour | The Dutch flag is generally regarded as the oldest tricolour still in national use |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1572 | The design was first used |
| 1937-02-19 | 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) |
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
| 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 | 89 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | February 19, 1937 |
| Oldest Version | 1572 |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Armenia, Austria, Azerbaijan |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal tricolour of the Netherlands |
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Facts about the Flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
- Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba are special municipalities of the Netherlands and fly the Dutch tricolour officially. Each of the three islands also has its own local flag.
- The flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba was officially adopted on February 19, 1937.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1572, 365 years before it was formally made the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba.
- The flag in its present form is 89 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal tricolour of the Netherlands.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
- The red on the flag stands for originally orange, for the House of Orange.
- The white on the flag stands for the middle band of the Prince’s Flag.
- The blue on the flag stands for the lower band of the Prince’s Flag.
- Dutch tricolour: The Caribbean Netherlands are special municipalities of the Netherlands.
- Oldest tricolour: The Dutch flag is generally regarded as the oldest tricolour still in national use.
- 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 Azerbaijan.
- Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba is three special municipalities of the Netherlands, administered by the Netherlands.
- The capital is Kralendijk, Oranjestad, The Bottom. The currency is the United States dollar (USD).
- It covers 328 km².
- The ISO country codes are BQ and BES. The internet domain is .bq, .nl.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba
When was the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba adopted?
The flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba was officially adopted on February 19, 1937, though the design had already been in use since 1572.
What do the colours of the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba mean?
Red for originally orange, for the House of Orange, white for the middle band of the Prince’s Flag and blue for the lower band of the Prince’s Flag.
Is Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba an independent country?
Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba is three special municipalities of the Netherlands, administered by the Netherlands, a status held since 10 October 2010, when the Netherlands Antilles was dissolved.
What do the symbols on the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba represent?
Dutch tricolour — The Caribbean Netherlands are special municipalities of the Netherlands. Oldest tricolour — The Dutch flag is generally regarded as the oldest tricolour still in national use.
What are the proportions of the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
What is the capital of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The capital is Kralendijk, Oranjestad, The Bottom. The currency is the United States dollar (USD) and the language spoken is Dutch, English, Papiamento.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The closest matches are Armenia, Austria and Azerbaijan, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
Can I download the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
How big is Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba?
The area is 328 km².