Flag of Chad
countryThe flag of Chad was adopted on November 6, 1959. Vertical tricolour. It uses 3 colours: blue, yellow and red. The official proportions are 2:3.
Hoist
Ratio 2:3
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Chad |
|---|---|
| Country | Chad |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Chad |
| Capital | N'Djamena |
| Continent | Africa |
| Region | Middle Africa |
| ISO Country Code | TD / TCD |
| Internet Domain | .td |
| Calling Code | +235 |
| Currency | Central African CFA franc (XAF) |
| National Language(s) | Arabic, French |
| Demonym | Chadian |
| Area | 1,284,000 km² |
| Population | 20 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Chad |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 6, 1959 |
| First Used | 1959 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 6, 1959 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, Yellow, Red |
| Design Type | Vertical tricolour |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Chad |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #002664 | 0, 38, 100 | 100, 62, 0, 61 | |
| Yellow | #FECB00 | 254, 203, 0 | 0, 20, 100, 0 | |
| Red | #C60C30 | 198, 12, 48 | 0, 94, 76, 22 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the sky, hope and the waters of the south |
|---|---|
| Yellow colour | Represents the sun and the desert of the north |
| Red colour | Represents the blood shed for independence |
| Vertical tricolour | Modelled on the French tricolour, with Pan-African yellow replacing white |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1959 | The design was first used |
| 1959-11-06 | 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) |
Chad 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 Chad
| 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 | 67 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | November 6, 1959 |
| Oldest Version | 1959 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Andorra, Belgium, Cameroon |
| Unique Feature | Vertical tricolour |
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Facts about the Flag of Chad
- Chad and Romania fly what is effectively the same flag. Chad raised the matter at the United Nations in 2004 and no change followed on either side.
- The blue was chosen to replace the green of the Pan-African palette specifically to distinguish the flag from those of its neighbours — an effort that ran into a European coincidence instead.
- The flag of Chad was officially adopted on November 6, 1959.
- The flag in its present form is 67 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Vertical tricolour.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 82 national flags.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, yellow and red.
- The blue on the flag stands for the sky, hope and the waters of the south.
- The yellow on the flag stands for the sun and the desert of the north.
- The red on the flag stands for the blood shed for independence.
- Vertical tricolour: Modelled on the French tricolour, with Pan-African yellow replacing white.
- The design belongs to the "Vertical tricolour" family, shared with 27 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Andorra, Belgium and Cameroon.
- Chad became independent on 11 August 1960 from France.
- Football is the most popular sport.
- The national anthem is "La Tchadienne".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 11 August, Independence Day.
- The capital is N'Djamena. The currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Chad
When was the flag of Chad adopted?
The flag of Chad was officially adopted on November 6, 1959.
What do the colours of the flag of Chad mean?
Blue for the sky, hope and the waters of the south, yellow for the sun and the desert of the north and red for the blood shed for independence.
When did Chad gain independence?
Chad became independent on 11 August 1960 from France.
What is the national sport of Chad?
Football is the most popular sport.
What do the symbols on the flag of Chad represent?
Vertical tricolour — Modelled on the French tricolour, with Pan-African yellow replacing white.
What are the proportions of the flag of Chad?
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 Chad?
The national anthem is "La Tchadienne".
When is the national day of Chad?
It falls on 11 August, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Chad?
The capital is N'Djamena. The currency is the Central African CFA franc (XAF) and the language spoken is Arabic, French.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Chad?
The closest matches are Andorra, Belgium and Cameroon, which share both the construction and most of the colours.