Flag of Bahamas
countryThe flag of Bahamas was adopted on July 10, 1973. Horizontal triband with a black hoist triangle. It uses 3 colours: aquamarine, gold and black. The official proportions are 1:2.
Hoist
Ratio 1:2
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Country | Bahamas |
| Official Country Name | Commonwealth of the Bahamas |
| Capital | Nassau |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | Caribbean |
| ISO Country Code | BS / BHS |
| Internet Domain | .bs |
| Calling Code | +1242 |
| Currency | Bahamian dollar (BSD), United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
| Demonym | Bahamian |
| Area | 13,943 km² |
| Population | 0.40 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | July 10, 1973 |
| First Used | 1973 |
| Current Version Adopted | July 10, 1973 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Aquamarine, Gold, Black |
| Design Type | Horizontal triband with a black hoist triangle |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Bahamas |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aquamarine | #00778B | 0, 119, 139 | 100, 14, 0, 45 | |
| Gold | #FFC72C | 255, 199, 44 | 0, 22, 83, 0 | |
| Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Aquamarine colour | Represents the surrounding sea |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents the sand and the other land resources |
| Black colour | Represents the vigour and force of a united people |
| Black triangle | The enterprise and determination of the Bahamian people to develop the resources of sea and land |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1973 | The design was first used |
| 1973-07-10 | 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) |
Bahamas 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 Bahamas
| 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 | 53 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | July 10, 1973 |
| Oldest Version | 1973 |
| Most Common Color | Aquamarine |
| Similar Flags | Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe, South Sudan |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal triband with a black hoist triangle |
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Facts about the Flag of Bahamas
- The design was chosen by a public competition before independence in 1973, and the winning flag was assembled from elements of several entries rather than taken from one.
- The black triangle at the hoist points into the flag rather than away from it, a deliberate choice to suggest energy directed toward the sea and the land.
- Aquamarine is unusual as a flag colour: only a handful of national flags use a blue-green rather than a true blue.
- The flag of Bahamas was officially adopted on July 10, 1973.
- The flag in its present form is 53 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal triband with a black hoist triangle.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 54 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: aquamarine, gold and black.
- The aquamarine on the flag stands for the surrounding sea.
- The gold on the flag stands for the sand and the other land resources.
- The black on the flag stands for the vigour and force of a united people.
- Black triangle: The enterprise and determination of the Bahamian people to develop the resources of sea and land.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour with a hoist triangle" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Mozambique, Sao Tome and Principe and South Sudan.
- Bahamas became independent on 10 July 1973 from the United Kingdom.
- Sloop sailing is the national sport, while track and field brings the country most of its international medals.
- The national animal is the flamingo.
- The national anthem is "March On, Bahamaland".
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Bahamas
When was the flag of Bahamas adopted?
The flag of Bahamas was officially adopted on July 10, 1973.
What do the colours of the flag of Bahamas mean?
Aquamarine for the surrounding sea, gold for the sand and the other land resources and black for the vigour and force of a united people.
When did Bahamas gain independence?
Bahamas became independent on 10 July 1973 from the United Kingdom.
What is the national sport of Bahamas?
Sloop sailing is the national sport, while track and field brings the country most of its international medals.
What do the symbols on the flag of Bahamas represent?
Black triangle — The enterprise and determination of the Bahamian people to develop the resources of sea and land.
What are the proportions of the flag of Bahamas?
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 Bahamas?
The national anthem is "March On, Bahamaland".
When is the national day of Bahamas?
It falls on 10 July, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Bahamas?
The national animal is the flamingo.
What is the capital of Bahamas?
The capital is Nassau. The currency is the Bahamian dollar (BSD), United States dollar (USD) and the language spoken is English.