Flag of Panama
countryThe flag of Panama was adopted on December 20, 1925 to a design by Manuel Encarnación Amador. Quartered field with two stars. It uses 3 colours: white, red and blue. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Panama |
|---|---|
| Country | Panama |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Panama |
| Capital | Panama City |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | Central America |
| ISO Country Code | PA / PAN |
| Internet Domain | .pa |
| Calling Code | +507 |
| Currency | Panamanian balboa (PAB), United States dollar (USD) |
| National Language(s) | Spanish |
| Demonym | Panamanian |
| Area | 75,417 km² |
| Population | 4.5 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Panama |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | December 20, 1925 |
| First Used | 1903 |
| Current Version Adopted | December 20, 1925 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | White, Red, Blue |
| Designer | Manuel Encarnación Amador |
| Design Type | Quartered field with two stars |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Panama |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Red | #DA121A | 218, 18, 26 | 0, 92, 88, 15 | |
| Blue | #072357 | 7, 35, 87 | 92, 60, 0, 66 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| White colour | Represents peace between the political parties |
|---|---|
| Red colour | Represents the Liberal Party |
| Blue colour | Represents the Conservative Party |
| Blue star | Purity and honesty in national life |
| Red star | Authority and law |
| Quarters | The alternation of the two historic parties in power, with white for the peace between them |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1903 | The design was first used |
| 1925-12-20 | 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) |
Panama 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 Panama
| 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 | 101 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | December 20, 1925 |
| Oldest Version | 1903 |
| Designer | Manuel Encarnación Amador |
| Most Common Color | White |
| Similar Flags | Maryland |
| Unique Feature | Quartered field with two stars |
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Facts about the Flag of Panama
- The quartered design was drawn up in 1903 to represent a political truce: red for the Liberal Party, blue for the Conservative Party, and white for the peace between them.
- It is one of very few national flags whose colours stand for domestic political parties rather than for land, blood or faith.
- Panama observes a flag day on 4 November, the day after independence day, which is unusual — most countries fold the two together.
- The flag of Panama was officially adopted on December 20, 1925. It was designed by Manuel Encarnación Amador.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1903, 22 years before it was formally made the flag of Panama.
- The flag in its present form is 101 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Quartered field with two stars.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 82 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: white, red and blue.
- The white on the flag stands for peace between the political parties.
- The red on the flag stands for the Liberal Party.
- The blue on the flag stands for the Conservative Party.
- Blue star: Purity and honesty in national life.
- Red star: Authority and law.
- Quarters: The alternation of the two historic parties in power, with white for the peace between them.
- The design belongs to the "Quartered field" family, shared with 1 other flag in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Maryland.
- Panama became independent on 3 November 1903 from Colombia.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Panama
When was the flag of Panama adopted?
The flag of Panama was officially adopted on December 20, 1925, though the design had already been in use since 1903.
What do the colours of the flag of Panama mean?
White for peace between the political parties, red for the Liberal Party and blue for the Conservative Party.
When did Panama gain independence?
Panama became independent on 3 November 1903 from Colombia. Panama separated from Spain in 1821 as part of Gran Colombia, and from Colombia itself in 1903.
What is the national sport of Panama?
Baseball is the national sport, with boxing close behind.
What do the symbols on the flag of Panama represent?
Blue star — Purity and honesty in national life. Red star — Authority and law. Quarters — The alternation of the two historic parties in power, with white for the peace between them.
Who designed the flag of Panama?
The flag was designed by Manuel Encarnación Amador.
What are the proportions of the flag of Panama?
The official ratio is 2:3, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 82 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Panama?
The national anthem is "Himno Istmeño".
When is the national day of Panama?
It falls on 3 November, Separation Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Panama?
The national animal is the harpy eagle.