Flag of Bouvet Island
territoryThe flag of Bouvet Island was adopted on July 13, 1821. Flag of Norway. It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue. The official proportions are 8:11.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Bouvet Island |
|---|---|
| Country | Bouvet Island |
| Official Country Name | Bouvet Island |
| Continent | Antarctic |
| Region | South Atlantic and Polar Territories |
| ISO Country Code | BV / BVT |
| Internet Domain | .bv |
| Calling Code | +47 |
| National Language(s) | Norwegian |
| Area | 49 km² |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Bouvet Island |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | July 13, 1821 |
| First Used | 1821 |
| Current Version Adopted | July 13, 1821 |
| Flag Proportion | 8:11 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Blue |
| Design Type | Flag of Norway |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #BA0C2F | 186, 12, 47 | 0, 94, 75, 27 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Blue | #00205B | 0, 32, 91 | 100, 65, 0, 64 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the fimbriation |
| Blue colour | Represents the cross |
| Norwegian flag | Bouvet Island is an uninhabited dependency of Norway and has no separate flag |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1821 | The design was first used |
| 1821-07-13 | 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 | 8:11 |
|---|---|
| Width | 8 units (hoist) |
| Length | 11 units (fly) |
Bouvet Island Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Bouvet Island
| 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 | 205 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | July 13, 1821 |
| Oldest Version | 1821 |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Aland Islands, Denmark, Faroe Islands |
| Unique Feature | Flag of Norway |
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Facts about the Flag of Bouvet Island
- Bouvet Island is an uninhabited Norwegian dependency in the South Atlantic and flies the Norwegian flag; it has no flag of its own.
- It is often described as the most remote island on earth, the nearest land being uninhabited Antarctic coast more than 1,600 kilometres away.
- The flag of Bouvet Island was officially adopted on July 13, 1821.
- The flag in its present form is 205 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Flag of Norway.
- The official proportions are 8:11. It shares that ratio with 2 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
- The red on the flag stands for the field.
- The white on the flag stands for the fimbriation.
- The blue on the flag stands for the cross.
- Norwegian flag: Bouvet Island is an uninhabited dependency of Norway and has no separate flag.
- The design belongs to the "Nordic cross" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Aland Islands, Denmark and Faroe Islands.
- Bouvet Island is an uninhabited dependency of Norway, administered by Norway.
- It covers 49 km².
- The ISO country codes are BV and BVT. The internet domain is .bv.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Bouvet Island
When was the flag of Bouvet Island adopted?
The flag of Bouvet Island was officially adopted on July 13, 1821.
What do the colours of the flag of Bouvet Island mean?
Red for the field, white for the fimbriation and blue for the cross.
Is Bouvet Island an independent country?
Bouvet Island is an uninhabited dependency of Norway, administered by Norway, a status held since 1930.
What do the symbols on the flag of Bouvet Island represent?
Norwegian flag — Bouvet Island is an uninhabited dependency of Norway and has no separate flag.
What are the proportions of the flag of Bouvet Island?
The official ratio is 8:11, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 2 national flags.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Bouvet Island?
The closest matches are Aland Islands, Denmark and Faroe Islands, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Bouvet Island?
It uses 3 colours: red, white and blue.
Can I download the flag of Bouvet Island for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Bouvet Island 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 Bouvet Island?
The area is 49 km².
What are the colour codes of the flag of Bouvet Island?
The HEX values are Red #BA0C2F, White #FFFFFF and Blue #00205B. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.