Flag of Ukraine
countryThe flag of Ukraine was adopted on January 28, 1992. Horizontal bicolour. It uses 2 colours: blue and yellow. The official proportions are 2:3.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Ukraine |
|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine |
| Official Country Name | Ukraine |
| Capital | Kyiv |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Eastern Europe |
| ISO Country Code | UA / UKR |
| Internet Domain | .ua, .укр |
| Calling Code | +380 |
| Currency | Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH) |
| National Language(s) | Ukrainian |
| Demonym | Ukrainian |
| Area | 603,500 km² |
| Population | 38 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Ukraine |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | January 28, 1992 |
| First Used | 1848 |
| Current Version Adopted | January 28, 1992 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | Blue, Yellow |
| Design Type | Horizontal bicolour |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Ukraine |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #005BBB | 0, 91, 187 | 100, 51, 0, 27 | |
| Yellow | #FFD500 | 255, 213, 0 | 0, 16, 100, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the clear sky |
|---|---|
| Yellow colour | Represents the fields of ripe wheat |
| Origin | The colours of the medieval Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia, read today as a blue sky over golden wheat fields |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1848 | The design was first used |
| 1992-01-28 | 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) |
Ukraine 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 Ukraine
| 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 | January 28, 1992 |
| Oldest Version | 1848 |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Unique Feature | Horizontal bicolour |
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Facts about the Flag of Ukraine
- The blue over yellow is generally read as sky above a wheat field, an interpretation that is popular rather than official.
- The colours derive from the medieval heraldry of the Kingdom of Galicia–Volhynia and were used by the short-lived Ukrainian People's Republic in 1918.
- The flag was banned throughout the Soviet period and restored in 1991; flag day is observed on 23 August.
- The flag of Ukraine was officially adopted on January 28, 1992.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1848, 144 years before it was formally made the flag of Ukraine.
- The flag in its present form is 34 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Horizontal bicolour.
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 82 national flags.
- The flag uses 2 colours: blue and yellow.
- The blue on the flag stands for the clear sky.
- The yellow on the flag stands for the fields of ripe wheat.
- Origin: The colours of the medieval Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia, read today as a blue sky over golden wheat fields.
- The design belongs to the "Horizontal bicolour" family, shared with 5 other flags in this reference.
- Ukraine became independent on 24 August 1991 from the Soviet Union.
- Independence was declared on 24 August 1991 and confirmed by a referendum on 1 December of that year.
- Football is the national sport, with boxing strong internationally.
- The national animal is the nightingale, the national bird.
- The national anthem is "Shche ne vmerla Ukrainy i slava, i volia".
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Ukraine
When was the flag of Ukraine adopted?
The flag of Ukraine was officially adopted on January 28, 1992, though the design had already been in use since 1848.
What do the colours of the flag of Ukraine mean?
Blue for the clear sky and yellow for the fields of ripe wheat.
When did Ukraine gain independence?
Ukraine became independent on 24 August 1991 from the Soviet Union. Independence was declared on 24 August 1991 and confirmed by a referendum on 1 December of that year.
What is the national sport of Ukraine?
Football is the national sport, with boxing strong internationally.
What do the symbols on the flag of Ukraine represent?
Origin — The colours of the medieval Kingdom of Galicia-Volhynia, read today as a blue sky over golden wheat fields.
What are the proportions of the flag of Ukraine?
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 Ukraine?
The national anthem is "Shche ne vmerla Ukrainy i slava, i volia".
When is the national day of Ukraine?
It falls on 24 August, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Ukraine?
The national animal is the nightingale, the national bird.
What is the capital of Ukraine?
The capital is Kyiv. The currency is the Ukrainian hryvnia (UAH) and the language spoken is Ukrainian.