Flag of Diego Garcia
regionThe flag of Diego Garcia was adopted on 1990. Wavy blue and white stripes with a Union Jack, palm tree and crown. It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and green. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Diego Garcia |
|---|---|
| Country | Diego Garcia |
| Official Country Name | Diego Garcia |
| Region | South Asia and the Indian Ocean |
| ISO Country Code | DG |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Diego Garcia |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | 1990 |
| First Used | 1990 |
| Current Version Adopted | 1990 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red, Green |
| Design Type | Wavy blue and white stripes with a Union Jack, palm tree and crown |
| Official Status | Official Regional Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #012169 | 1, 33, 105 | 99, 69, 0, 59 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #C8102E | 200, 16, 46 | 0, 92, 77, 22 | |
| Green | #009E49 | 0, 158, 73 | 100, 0, 54, 38 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the Indian Ocean |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the waves |
| Red colour | Represents the Union Jack |
| Green colour | Represents the palm tree |
| Local flag | Diego Garcia uses a flag closely based on that of the British Indian Ocean Territory |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1990 | The design was first used |
| 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) |
Diego Garcia Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Diego Garcia
| 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 | 36 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | 1990 |
| Oldest Version | 1990 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Anguilla, Ascension Island, Australia |
| Unique Feature | Wavy blue and white stripes with a Union Jack, palm tree and crown |
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Facts about the Flag of Diego Garcia
- Diego Garcia is the largest island of the British Indian Ocean Territory and flies the territory's flag; it has no separate official flag of its own.
- The flag of Diego Garcia was officially adopted on 1990.
- The flag in its present form is 36 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Wavy blue and white stripes with a Union Jack, palm tree and crown.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and green.
- The blue on the flag stands for the Indian Ocean.
- The white on the flag stands for the waves.
- The red on the flag stands for the Union Jack.
- Local flag: Diego Garcia uses a flag closely based on that of the British Indian Ocean Territory.
- The design belongs to the "British-style ensign" family, shared with 22 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Anguilla, Ascension Island and Australia.
- Diego Garcia is the main island of the British Indian Ocean Territory, operated as a joint military base, administered by the United Kingdom, with the United States as the main user of the base.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Diego Garcia
When was the flag of Diego Garcia adopted?
The flag of Diego Garcia was officially adopted on 1990.
What do the colours of the flag of Diego Garcia mean?
Blue for the Indian Ocean, white for the waves, red for the Union Jack and green for the palm tree.
Is Diego Garcia an independent country?
Diego Garcia is the main island of the British Indian Ocean Territory, operated as a joint military base, administered by the United Kingdom, with the United States as the main user of the base, a status held since 1966.
What do the symbols on the flag of Diego Garcia represent?
Local flag — Diego Garcia uses a flag closely based on that of the British Indian Ocean Territory.
What are the proportions of the flag of Diego Garcia?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 55 national flags.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Diego Garcia?
The closest matches are Anguilla, Ascension Island and Australia, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Diego Garcia?
It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and green.
Can I download the flag of Diego Garcia for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Diego Garcia 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 Diego Garcia?
The HEX values are Blue #012169, White #FFFFFF, Red #C8102E and Green #009E49. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.
What does the flag of Diego Garcia look like?
Wavy blue and white stripes with a Union Jack, palm tree and crown, drawn to a ratio of 1:2.