Flag of Clipperton Island
regionThe flag of Clipperton Island was adopted on February 15, 1794. Vertical tricolour of France. It uses 3 colours: blue, white and red. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Clipperton Island |
|---|---|
| Country | Clipperton Island |
| Official Country Name | Clipperton Island |
| Region | Oceania |
| ISO Country Code | CP |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Clipperton Island |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | February 15, 1794 |
| First Used | 1794 |
| Current Version Adopted | February 15, 1794 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red |
| Design Type | Vertical tricolour of France |
| Official Status | Official Regional Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #000091 | 0, 0, 145 | 100, 100, 0, 43 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #E1000F | 225, 0, 15 | 0, 100, 93, 12 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the French tricolour |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the French tricolour |
| Red colour | Represents the French tricolour |
| French tricolour | Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the Pacific |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1794 | The design was first used |
| 1794-02-15 | 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) |
Clipperton Island Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Clipperton 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 | 232 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | February 15, 1794 |
| Oldest Version | 1794 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Andorra, Canary Islands, Chad |
| Unique Feature | Vertical tricolour of France |
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Facts about the Flag of Clipperton Island
- Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the Pacific and flies the French tricolour; it has no flag of its own.
- The flag of Clipperton Island was officially adopted on February 15, 1794.
- The flag in its present form is 232 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Vertical tricolour of France.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, white and red.
- The blue on the flag stands for the French tricolour.
- The white on the flag stands for the French tricolour.
- The red on the flag stands for the French tricolour.
- French tricolour: Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the Pacific.
- The design belongs to the "Vertical tricolour" family, shared with 27 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Andorra, Canary Islands and Chad.
- Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the eastern Pacific, administered by France.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Clipperton Island
When was the flag of Clipperton Island adopted?
The flag of Clipperton Island was officially adopted on February 15, 1794.
What do the colours of the flag of Clipperton Island mean?
Blue for the French tricolour, white for the French tricolour and red for the French tricolour.
Is Clipperton Island an independent country?
Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the eastern Pacific, administered by France, a status held since 1931, when an arbitration award confirmed the French claim.
What do the symbols on the flag of Clipperton Island represent?
French tricolour — Clipperton Island is an uninhabited French possession in the Pacific.
What are the proportions of the flag of Clipperton Island?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Clipperton Island?
The closest matches are Andorra, Canary Islands and Chad, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Clipperton Island?
It uses 3 colours: blue, white and red.
Can I download the flag of Clipperton Island for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Clipperton Island in SVG, PNG, JPG and WebP at several sizes. The files are free to use for any purpose and no attribution is required.
What are the colour codes of the flag of Clipperton Island?
The HEX values are Blue #000091, White #FFFFFF and Red #E1000F. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.
What does the flag of Clipperton Island look like?
Vertical tricolour of France, drawn to a ratio of 2:3.