Flag of State of Palestine
territoryThe flag of State of Palestine was adopted on May 28, 1964. Horizontal triband with a red hoist triangle. It uses 4 colours: black, white, green and red. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of State of Palestine |
|---|---|
| Country | State of Palestine |
| Official Country Name | State of Palestine |
| Capital | Ramallah |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Western Asia |
| ISO Country Code | PS / PSE |
| Internet Domain | .ps, فلسطين. |
| Calling Code | +970 |
| Currency | Egyptian pound (EGP), Israeli new shekel (ILS), Jordanian dinar (JOD) |
| National Language(s) | Arabic |
| Demonym | Palestinian |
| Area | 6,220 km² |
| Population | 5.5 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of State of Palestine |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 28, 1964 |
| First Used | 1916 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 28, 1964 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Black, White, Green, Red |
| Design Type | Horizontal triband with a red hoist triangle |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black | #000000 | 0, 0, 0 | 0, 0, 0, 100 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Green | #007A3D | 0, 122, 61 | 100, 0, 50, 52 | |
| Red | #CE1126 | 206, 17, 38 | 0, 92, 82, 19 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Black colour | Represents the Abbasid Caliphate |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the Umayyad Caliphate |
| Green colour | Represents the Fatimid Caliphate |
| Red colour | Represents the Hashemites and the Great Arab Revolt |
| Pan-Arab colours | The flag of the Arab Revolt of 1916, adopted by the Palestinian national movement |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1916 | The design was first used |
| 1964-05-28 | 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) |
State of Palestine Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of State of Palestine
| 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 | 62 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 28, 1964 |
| Oldest Version | 1916 |
| Most Common Color | Black |
| Similar Flags | Equatorial Guinea, Jordan, Mozambique |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal triband with a red hoist triangle |
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Facts about the Flag of State of Palestine
- The flag is the banner of the 1916 Arab Revolt with the bands reordered, and was adopted by the Palestinian national movement in 1964.
- The black, white, green and red are each traditionally associated with a historic Arab dynasty or caliphate.
- The flag of State of Palestine was officially adopted on May 28, 1964.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1916, 48 years before it was formally made the flag of State of Palestine.
- The flag in its present form is 62 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal triband with a red hoist triangle.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: black, white, green and red.
- The black on the flag stands for the Abbasid Caliphate.
- The white on the flag stands for the Umayyad Caliphate.
- The green on the flag stands for the Fatimid Caliphate.
- Pan-Arab colours: The flag of the Arab Revolt of 1916, adopted by the Palestinian national movement.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour with a hoist triangle" family, shared with 8 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Equatorial Guinea, Jordan and Mozambique.
- State of Palestine is a state recognised by a large majority of United Nations members and a UN non-member observer state, administered by the Palestinian National Authority, with parts of the territory under Israeli control.
- Football is the most popular sport.
- The national anthem is "Fida'i".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 15 November, Independence Day.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of State of Palestine
When was the flag of State of Palestine adopted?
The flag of State of Palestine was officially adopted on May 28, 1964, though the design had already been in use since 1916.
What do the colours of the flag of State of Palestine mean?
Black for the Abbasid Caliphate, white for the Umayyad Caliphate, green for the Fatimid Caliphate and red for the Hashemites and the Great Arab Revolt.
Is State of Palestine an independent country?
State of Palestine is a state recognised by a large majority of United Nations members and a UN non-member observer state, administered by the Palestinian National Authority, with parts of the territory under Israeli control, a status held since 15 November 1988, when independence was declared.
What is the national sport of State of Palestine?
Football is the most popular sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of State of Palestine represent?
Pan-Arab colours — The flag of the Arab Revolt of 1916, adopted by the Palestinian national movement.
What are the proportions of the flag of State of Palestine?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 55 national flags.
What is the national anthem of State of Palestine?
The national anthem is "Fida'i".
When is the national day of State of Palestine?
It falls on 15 November, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of State of Palestine?
The capital is Ramallah. The currency is the Egyptian pound (EGP), Israeli new shekel (ILS), Jordanian dinar (JOD) and the language spoken is Arabic.
Which flags look similar to the flag of State of Palestine?
The closest matches are Equatorial Guinea, Jordan and Mozambique, which share both the construction and most of the colours.