Flag of Macau
territoryThe flag of Macau was adopted on March 31, 1993. Green field with a lotus, bridge, water and five stars. It uses 3 colours: green, white and yellow. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Macau |
|---|---|
| Country | Macau |
| Official Country Name | Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Eastern Asia |
| ISO Country Code | MO / MAC |
| Internet Domain | .mo |
| Calling Code | +853 |
| Currency | Macanese pataca (MOP) |
| National Language(s) | Chinese, Portuguese |
| Demonym | Macanese |
| Area | 30 km² |
| Population | 0.71 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Macau |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | March 31, 1993 |
| First Used | December 20, 1999 |
| Current Version Adopted | March 31, 1993 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Green, White, Yellow |
| Design Type | Green field with a lotus, bridge, water and five stars |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green | #00785E | 0, 120, 94 | 100, 0, 22, 53 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Yellow | #FBD116 | 251, 209, 22 | 0, 17, 91, 2 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Green colour | Represents hope |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the lotus, bridge and water |
| Yellow colour | Represents the five stars |
| Lotus | The floral emblem of Macau, its three petals for the peninsula and two islands |
| Governador Nobre de Carvalho Bridge | The link between the peninsula and Taipa |
| Five stars | Echoing the flag of China |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1999-12-20 | The design was first used |
| 1993-03-31 | 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) |
Macau Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Macau
| 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 | 33 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | March 31, 1993 |
| Oldest Version | December 20, 1999 |
| Most Common Color | Green |
| Similar Flags | Aruba, Belize, Brazil |
| Unique Feature | Green field with a lotus, bridge, water and five stars |
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Facts about the Flag of Macau
- The lotus flower has three petals for the peninsula and the two islands, above a stylised bridge and water.
- The five stars echo those on the Chinese national flag, in the same arrangement.
- The flag of Macau was officially adopted on March 31, 1993.
- The flag in its present form is 33 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Green field with a lotus, bridge, water and five stars.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 83 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: green, white and yellow.
- The green on the flag stands for hope.
- The white on the flag stands for the lotus, bridge and water.
- The yellow on the flag stands for the five stars.
- Lotus: The floral emblem of Macau, its three petals for the peninsula and two islands.
- Governador Nobre de Carvalho Bridge: The link between the peninsula and Taipa.
- Five stars: Echoing the flag of China.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Aruba, Belize and Brazil.
- Macau is a special administrative region of China, administered by China, under the one country, two systems principle.
- The flag is flown everywhere on 20 December, Establishment Day.
- It covers 30 km² and has a population of about 0.71 million (2025 est.).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Macau
When was the flag of Macau adopted?
The flag of Macau was officially adopted on March 31, 1993.
What do the colours of the flag of Macau mean?
Green for hope, white for the lotus, bridge and water and yellow for the five stars.
Is Macau an independent country?
Macau is a special administrative region of China, administered by China, under the one country, two systems principle, a status held since 20 December 1999, when sovereignty was transferred from Portugal.
What do the symbols on the flag of Macau represent?
Lotus — The floral emblem of Macau, its three petals for the peninsula and two islands. Governador Nobre de Carvalho Bridge — The link between the peninsula and Taipa. Five stars — Echoing the flag of China.
What are the proportions of the flag of Macau?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 83 national flags.
When is the national day of Macau?
It falls on 20 December, Establishment Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Macau?
The closest matches are Aruba, Belize and Brazil, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Macau?
It uses 3 colours: green, white and yellow.
Can I download the flag of Macau for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Macau 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 Macau?
The population is about 0.71 million (2025 est.) and the area is 30 km².