Flag of Tristan da Cunha
regionThe flag of Tristan da Cunha was adopted on October 20, 2002. British Blue Ensign with the Tristan da Cunha coat of arms. It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and gold. The official proportions are 1:2.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Tristan da Cunha |
|---|---|
| Country | Tristan da Cunha |
| Official Country Name | Tristan da Cunha |
| Region | South Atlantic and Polar Territories |
| ISO Country Code | SH-TA |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Tristan da Cunha |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | October 20, 2002 |
| First Used | 2002 |
| Current Version Adopted | October 20, 2002 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White, Red, Gold |
| Design Type | British Blue Ensign with the Tristan da Cunha 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 | |
| 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 |
| Gold colour | Represents the shield |
| Four albatrosses | The seabirds of the islands |
| Naval crown and Tristan rock lobster | The Royal Navy link and the island’s main export |
| Motto | “Our faith is our strength” |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2002 | The design was first used |
| 2002-10-20 | 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 | 1:2 |
|---|---|
| Width | 1 units (hoist) |
| Length | 2 units (fly) |
Tristan da Cunha Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Tristan da Cunha
| 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 | October 20, 2002 |
| Oldest Version | 2002 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Anguilla, Ascension Island, Australia |
| Unique Feature | British Blue Ensign with the Tristan da Cunha coat of arms |
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Facts about the Flag of Tristan da Cunha
- Tristan da Cunha is the most remote inhabited archipelago in the world, and its flag was granted in 2002.
- The shield shows four albatrosses and a Tristan longboat, the wooden craft the islanders traditionally built for the crossing to Nightingale Island.
- The flag of Tristan da Cunha was officially adopted on October 20, 2002.
- The flag in its present form is 24 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: British Blue Ensign with the Tristan da Cunha coat of arms.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 55 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: blue, white, red 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.
- Four albatrosses: The seabirds of the islands.
- Naval crown and Tristan rock lobster: The Royal Navy link and the island’s main export.
- Motto: “Our faith is our strength”.
- The design belongs to the "British-style ensign" family, shared with 22 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Anguilla, Ascension Island and Australia.
- Tristan da Cunha is part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, and the most remote inhabited archipelago on earth, administered by the United Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Tristan da Cunha
When was the flag of Tristan da Cunha adopted?
The flag of Tristan da Cunha was officially adopted on October 20, 2002.
What do the colours of the flag of Tristan da Cunha mean?
Blue for the ensign field, white for the Union Jack and shield, red for the Union Jack and gold for the shield.
Is Tristan da Cunha an independent country?
Tristan da Cunha is part of the British Overseas Territory of Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha, and the most remote inhabited archipelago on earth, administered by the United Kingdom, a status held since 1816.
What do the symbols on the flag of Tristan da Cunha represent?
Four albatrosses — The seabirds of the islands. Naval crown and Tristan rock lobster — The Royal Navy link and the island’s main export. Motto — “Our faith is our strength”.
What are the proportions of the flag of Tristan da Cunha?
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 Tristan da Cunha?
The closest matches are Anguilla, Ascension Island and Australia, which share both the construction and most of the colours.
How many colours are on the flag of Tristan da Cunha?
It uses 4 colours: blue, white, red and gold.
Can I download the flag of Tristan da Cunha for free?
Yes. This page offers the flag of Tristan da Cunha 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 Tristan da Cunha?
The HEX values are Blue #012169, White #FFFFFF, Red #C8102E and Gold #FFD100. RGB, CMYK and HSL equivalents are listed in the colour table on this page.
What does the flag of Tristan da Cunha look like?
British Blue Ensign with the Tristan da Cunha coat of arms, drawn to a ratio of 1:2.