Flag of Ascension Island
regionThe flag of Ascension Island was adopted on May 11, 2002. British Blue Ensign with the Ascension coat of arms. It uses 5 colours: blue, white, red, green and gold. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Ascension Island |
|---|---|
| Country | Ascension Island |
| Official Country Name | Ascension Island |
| Region | South Atlantic and Polar Territories |
| ISO Country Code | SH-AC |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Ascension Island |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | May 11, 2002 |
| First Used | 2002 |
| Current Version Adopted | May 11, 2002 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 5 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red, Green, Gold |
| Design Type | British Blue Ensign with the Ascension coat of arms |
| 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 | |
| Gold | #FFD100 | 255, 209, 0 | 0, 18, 100, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the ensign field |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the Union Jack and shield |
| Red colour | Represents the Union Jack |
| Green colour | Represents the shield |
| Gold colour | Represents the turtle |
| Green turtle | The turtles that nest on the island’s beaches |
| Sooty tern | The wideawake bird that nests on the island in vast colonies |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2002 | The design was first used |
| 2002-05-11 | 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) |
Ascension Island Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Ascension Island
| 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 | 24 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | May 11, 2002 |
| Oldest Version | 2002 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Anguilla, Australia, Bermuda |
| Unique Feature | British Blue Ensign with the Ascension coat of arms |
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Facts about the Flag of Ascension Island
- Ascension Island received its own flag only in 2002; before that it flew the flag of Saint Helena.
- The green turtle on the shield nests on the island's beaches in numbers found almost nowhere else in the South Atlantic.
- The flag of Ascension Island was officially adopted on May 11, 2002.
- The flag in its present form is 24 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: British Blue Ensign with the Ascension coat of arms.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 5 colours: blue, white, red, green and gold.
- The blue on the flag stands for the ensign field.
- The white on the flag stands for the Union Jack and shield.
- The red on the flag stands for the Union Jack.
- Green turtle: The turtles that nest on the island’s beaches.
- Sooty tern: The wideawake bird that nests on the island in vast colonies.
- The design belongs to the "British-style ensign" family, shared with 22 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Anguilla, Australia and Bermuda.
- Ascension Island is part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, administered by the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Ascension Island
When was the flag of Ascension Island adopted?
The flag of Ascension Island was officially adopted on May 11, 2002.
What do the colours of the flag of Ascension Island mean?
Blue for the ensign field, white for the Union Jack and shield, red for the Union Jack, green for the shield and gold for the turtle.
Is Ascension Island an independent country?
Ascension Island is part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, administered by the United Kingdom, a status held since 1815, when the island was garrisoned during Napoleon's exile on Saint Helena.
What do the symbols on the flag of Ascension Island represent?
Green turtle — The turtles that nest on the island’s beaches. Sooty tern — The wideawake bird that nests on the island in vast colonies.
What are the proportions of the flag of Ascension Island?
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 Ascension Island?
The closest matches are Anguilla, Australia and Bermuda, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Ascension Island?
It uses 5 colours: blue, white, red, green and gold.
Can I download the flag of Ascension Island for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Ascension Island 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 Ascension Island?
The HEX values are Blue #012169, White #FFFFFF, Red #C8102E, Green #009E49 and Gold #FFD100. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.
What does the flag of Ascension Island look like?
British Blue Ensign with the Ascension coat of arms, drawn to a ratio of 1:2.