Flag of Dominica
countryThe flag of Dominica was adopted on November 3, 1990 to a design by Alwin Bully. Green field with a cross of three stripes and a central red disc with a parrot. It uses 6 colours: green, yellow, black, white, red and purple. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Dominica |
|---|---|
| Country | Dominica |
| Official Country Name | Commonwealth of Dominica |
| Capital | Roseau |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | Caribbean |
| ISO Country Code | DM / DMA |
| Internet Domain | .dm |
| Calling Code | +1767 |
| Currency | Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) |
| National Language(s) | English |
| Demonym | Dominican |
| Area | 751 km² |
| Population | 0.07 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Dominica |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 3, 1990 |
| First Used | 1978 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 3, 1990 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 6 |
| Main Colors | Green, Yellow, Black, White, Red, Purple |
| Designer | Alwin Bully |
| Design Type | Green field with a cross of three stripes and a central red disc with a parrot |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Dominica |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green | #006B3F | 0, 107, 63 | 100, 0, 41, 58 | |
| Yellow | #FCD116 | 252, 209, 22 | 0, 17, 91, 1 | |
| Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #D41C30 | 212, 28, 48 | 0, 87, 77, 17 | |
| Purple | #722F8E | rgb(114, 47, 142) | cmyk(20%, 67%, 0%, 44%) |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Green colour | Represents the lush vegetation of the island |
|---|---|
| Yellow colour | Represents sunshine, the main crops and the original Carib and Arawak people |
| Black colour | Represents the fertile soil and the African heritage |
| White colour | Represents the clear rivers and the purity of aspiration |
| Red colour | Represents social justice |
| Purple colour | Represents the plumage of the Sisserou parrot, found nowhere else on earth |
| Sisserou parrot | The national bird, found only on Dominica — the only national flag in the world to use the colour purple |
| Ten green stars | The ten parishes of the island |
| Cross | The Trinity and Christian faith |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1978 | The design was first used |
| 1990-11-03 | 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) |
Dominica 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 Dominica
| 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 | November 3, 1990 |
| Oldest Version | 1978 |
| Designer | Alwin Bully |
| Most Common Color | Green |
| Similar Flags | Northern Ireland |
| Unique Feature | Green field with a cross of three stripes and a central red disc with a parrot |
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Facts about the Flag of Dominica
- This is the only national flag in the world that uses purple, and it does so for a single reason: the plumage of the Sisserou parrot, which lives nowhere else on earth.
- The parrot faces the hoist, which means it faces left as you look at it — heraldic convention, since a charge facing the fly is considered to be turning away.
- The flag was adopted at independence in 1978 and revised twice afterwards, in 1981 and 1990, mostly over the direction the parrot faces and the shade of green.
- The flag of Dominica was officially adopted on November 3, 1990. It was designed by Alwin Bully.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1978, 12 years before it was formally made the flag of Dominica.
- The flag in its present form is 36 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Green field with a cross of three stripes and a central red disc with a parrot.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 54 national flags.
- The flag uses 6 colours: green, yellow, black, white, red and purple.
- The green on the flag stands for the lush vegetation of the island.
- The yellow on the flag stands for sunshine, the main crops and the original Carib and Arawak people.
- The black on the flag stands for the fertile soil and the African heritage.
- Sisserou parrot: The national bird, found only on Dominica — the only national flag in the world to use the colour purple.
- Ten green stars: The ten parishes of the island.
- Cross: The Trinity and Christian faith.
- The design belongs to the "Cross with a central emblem" family, shared with 1 other flag in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Northern Ireland.
- Dominica became independent on 3 November 1978 from the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Dominica
When was the flag of Dominica adopted?
The flag of Dominica was officially adopted on November 3, 1990, though the design had already been in use since 1978.
What do the colours of the flag of Dominica mean?
Green for the lush vegetation of the island, yellow for sunshine, the main crops and the original Carib and Arawak people, black for the fertile soil and the African heritage, white for the clear rivers and the purity of aspiration, red for social justice and purple for the plumage of the Sisserou parrot, found nowhere else on earth.
When did Dominica gain independence?
Dominica became independent on 3 November 1978 from the United Kingdom.
What is the national sport of Dominica?
Cricket is the national sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Dominica represent?
Sisserou parrot — The national bird, found only on Dominica — the only national flag in the world to use the colour purple. Ten green stars — The ten parishes of the island. Cross — The Trinity and Christian faith.
Who designed the flag of Dominica?
The flag was designed by Alwin Bully.
What are the proportions of the flag of Dominica?
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 Dominica?
The national anthem is "Isle of Beauty, Isle of Splendour".
When is the national day of Dominica?
It falls on 3 November, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Dominica?
The national animal is the Sisserou parrot.