Flag of Tajikistan
countryThe flag of Tajikistan was adopted on November 24, 1992. Horizontal tricolour with a crown and seven stars. It uses 4 colours: red, white, green and gold. The official proportions are 1:2.
Hoist
Ratio 1:2
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Tajikistan |
|---|---|
| Country | Tajikistan |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Tajikistan |
| Capital | Dushanbe |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Central Asia |
| ISO Country Code | TJ / TJK |
| Internet Domain | .tj |
| Calling Code | +992 |
| Currency | Tajikistani somoni (TJS) |
| National Language(s) | Russian, Tajik |
| Demonym | Tadzhik |
| Area | 143,100 km² |
| Population | 11 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Tajikistan |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 24, 1992 |
| First Used | 1992 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 24, 1992 |
| Flag Proportion | 1:2 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 4 |
| Main Colors | Red, White, Green, Gold |
| Design Type | Horizontal tricolour with a crown and seven stars |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Tajikistan |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #CC0000 | 204, 0, 0 | 0, 100, 100, 20 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 | |
| Green | #006600 | 0, 102, 0 | 100, 0, 100, 60 | |
| Gold | #F8C300 | 248, 195, 0 | 0, 21, 100, 3 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents the unity of the nation and victory |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents purity, cotton and snow |
| Green colour | Represents the valleys and agriculture |
| Gold colour | Represents the crown and stars |
| Crown and seven stars | The Tajik word for crown, toj, gives the country its name; seven is a sacred number in Tajik tradition, standing for perfection and happiness |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1992 | The design was first used |
| 1992-11-24 | 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) |
Tajikistan 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 Tajikistan
| 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 | 34 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | November 24, 1992 |
| Oldest Version | 1992 |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Argentina, Cambodia, Colorado |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal tricolour with a crown and seven stars |
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Facts about the Flag of Tajikistan
- The crown and seven stars represent the unity of the country's social groups, with seven regarded as a number of perfection in Tajik tradition.
- The white band is wider than the red and green bands, in a 2:3:2 arrangement rather than equal thirds.
- The flag of Tajikistan was officially adopted on November 24, 1992.
- The flag in its present form is 34 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal tricolour with a crown and seven stars.
- The official proportions are 1:2. It shares that ratio with 54 national flags.
- The flag uses 4 colours: red, white, green and gold.
- The red on the flag stands for the unity of the nation and victory.
- The white on the flag stands for purity, cotton and snow.
- The green on the flag stands for the valleys and agriculture.
- Crown and seven stars: The Tajik word for crown, toj, gives the country its name; seven is a sacred number in Tajik tradition, standing for perfection and happiness.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal tricolour with a central emblem" family, shared with 19 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Argentina, Cambodia and Colorado.
- Tajikistan became independent on 9 September 1991 from the Soviet Union.
- Football and wrestling are the most popular sports.
- The national anthem is "Surudi Milli".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 9 September, Independence Day.
- The capital is Dushanbe. The currency is the Tajikistani somoni (TJS).
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Tajikistan
When was the flag of Tajikistan adopted?
The flag of Tajikistan was officially adopted on November 24, 1992.
What do the colours of the flag of Tajikistan mean?
Red for the unity of the nation and victory, white for purity, cotton and snow, green for the valleys and agriculture and gold for the crown and stars.
When did Tajikistan gain independence?
Tajikistan became independent on 9 September 1991 from the Soviet Union.
What is the national sport of Tajikistan?
Football and wrestling are the most popular sports.
What do the symbols on the flag of Tajikistan represent?
Crown and seven stars — The Tajik word for crown, toj, gives the country its name; seven is a sacred number in Tajik tradition, standing for perfection and happiness.
What are the proportions of the flag of Tajikistan?
The official ratio is 1:2, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 54 national flags.
What is the national anthem of Tajikistan?
The national anthem is "Surudi Milli".
When is the national day of Tajikistan?
It falls on 9 September, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Tajikistan?
The capital is Dushanbe. The currency is the Tajikistani somoni (TJS) and the language spoken is Russian, Tajik.
Which flags look similar to the flag of Tajikistan?
The closest matches are Argentina, Cambodia and Colorado, which share both the construction and most of the colours.