Flag of Suriname
countryThe flag of Suriname was adopted on November 25, 1975 to a design by Jack Pinas. Five horizontal bands with a yellow star. It uses 4 colours: red, white, green and yellow. The official proportions are 2:3.
Hoist
Ratio 2:3
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Suriname |
|---|---|
| Country | Suriname |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Suriname |
| Capital | Paramaribo |
| Continent | Americas |
| Region | South America |
| ISO Country Code | SR / SUR |
| Internet Domain | .sr |
| Calling Code | +597 |
| Currency | Surinamese dollar (SRD) |
| National Language(s) | Dutch |
| Demonym | Surinamer |
| Area | 163,820 km² |
| Population | 0.63 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Suriname |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 25, 1975 |
| First Used | 1975 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 25, 1975 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Green, Yellow |
| Designer | Jack Pinas |
| Design Type | Five horizontal bands with a yellow star |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Suriname |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #C8102E | 200, 16, 46 | 0, 92, 77, 22 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Green | #377E3F | 55, 126, 63 | 56, 0, 50, 51 | |
| Yellow | #ECC81D | 236, 200, 29 | 0, 15, 88, 7 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents progress and love |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents peace and justice |
| Green colour | Represents hope and fertility |
| Yellow colour | Represents the star and the golden future |
| Golden star | The unity of all ethnic groups, and the golden future of the nation |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1975 | The design was first used |
| 1975-11-25 | 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) |
Suriname 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 Suriname
| 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 | 51 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | November 25, 1975 |
| Oldest Version | 1975 |
| Designer | Jack Pinas |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Cabo Verde, Costa Rica, Mauritius |
| Unique Feature | Five horizontal bands with a yellow star |
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Facts about the Flag of Suriname
- The yellow star has five points said to represent the five major ethnic groups of a country with unusually diverse origins — Hindustani, Creole, Javanese, Maroon and Indigenous.
- The red band is twice the height of the green bands, and the white bands are half again, giving stripe proportions that are unusual among tricolour-type flags.
- The design replaced a flag of five stars linked by an ellipse when the country became independent from the Netherlands in 1975.
- The flag of Suriname was officially adopted on November 25, 1975. It was designed by Jack Pinas.
- The flag in its present form is 51 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Five horizontal bands with a yellow star.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 82 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: red, white, green and yellow.
- The red on the flag stands for progress and love.
- The white on the flag stands for peace and justice.
- The green on the flag stands for hope and fertility.
- Golden star: The unity of all ethnic groups, and the golden future of the nation.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal multi-band" family, shared with 4 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Cabo Verde, Costa Rica and Mauritius.
- Suriname became independent on 25 November 1975 from the Netherlands.
- Football is the most popular sport.
- The national animal is the jaguar.
- The national anthem is "God zij met ons Suriname".
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Suriname
When was the flag of Suriname adopted?
The flag of Suriname was officially adopted on November 25, 1975.
What do the colours of the flag of Suriname mean?
Red for progress and love, white for peace and justice, green for hope and fertility and yellow for the star and the golden future.
When did Suriname gain independence?
Suriname became independent on 25 November 1975 from the Netherlands.
What is the national sport of Suriname?
Football is the most popular sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Suriname represent?
Golden star — The unity of all ethnic groups, and the golden future of the nation.
Who designed the flag of Suriname?
The flag was designed by Jack Pinas.
What are the proportions of the flag of Suriname?
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 Suriname?
The national anthem is "God zij met ons Suriname".
When is the national day of Suriname?
It falls on 25 November, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Suriname?
The national animal is the jaguar.