Flag of Vietnam
countryThe flag of Vietnam was adopted on November 30, 1955. Red field with a large yellow star. It uses 2 colours: red and yellow. The official proportions are 2:3.
Hoist
Ratio 2:3
Fly
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam |
| Official Country Name | Socialist Republic of Vietnam |
| Capital | Hanoi |
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | South-Eastern Asia |
| ISO Country Code | VN / VNM |
| Internet Domain | .vn |
| Calling Code | +84 |
| Currency | Vietnamese đồng (VND) |
| National Language(s) | Vietnamese |
| Demonym | Vietnamese |
| Area | 331,212 km² |
| Population | 101 million (2025 est.) |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Vietnam |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | November 30, 1955 |
| First Used | 1940 |
| Current Version Adopted | November 30, 1955 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | Red, Yellow |
| Design Type | Red field with a large yellow star |
| Official Status | Official National Flag |
| Government Authority | Government of Vietnam |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Red | #DA251D | 218, 37, 29 | 0, 83, 87, 15 | |
| Yellow | #FFFF00 | 255, 255, 0 | 0, 0, 100, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Red colour | Represents revolution and the blood of the struggle |
|---|---|
| Yellow colour | Represents the star and the Vietnamese people |
| Five-pointed star | The five groups of society — workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals and traders — united in building socialism |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 1940 | The design was first used |
| 1955-11-30 | 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) |
Vietnam 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 Vietnam
| 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 | 71 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | November 30, 1955 |
| Oldest Version | 1940 |
| Flag Nickname | Cờ đỏ sao vàng |
| Most Common Color | Red |
| Similar Flags | Aruba, China, Idaho |
| Unique Feature | Red field with a large yellow star |
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Facts about the Flag of Vietnam
- The five-pointed gold star on red was used by the independence movement from 1940 and became the national flag of the unified country in 1976.
- The star's points are usually explained as representing workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals and merchants.
- The flag of Vietnam was officially adopted on November 30, 1955.
- The design is older than its adoption. It was already in use in 1940, 15 years before it was formally made the flag of Vietnam.
- The flag in its present form is 71 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Red field with a large yellow star.
- The flag is known as Cờ đỏ sao vàng, a name used far more often than the formal "flag of Vietnam".
- The official proportions are 2:3. It shares that ratio with 82 national flags.
- The flag uses 2 colours: red and yellow.
- The red on the flag stands for revolution and the blood of the struggle.
- The yellow on the flag stands for the star and the Vietnamese people.
- Five-pointed star: The five groups of society — workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals and traders — united in building socialism.
- The design belongs to the "Plain field with a central emblem" family, shared with 70 other flags in this reference.
- Flags most often confused with it: Aruba, China and Idaho.
- Vietnam became independent on 2 September 1945 from France.
- Independence was declared in 1945, recognised in 1954, and the country was reunified on 2 July 1976.
- Football is the national sport; vovinam is the national martial art.
- The national animal is the water buffalo.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Vietnam
When was the flag of Vietnam adopted?
The flag of Vietnam was officially adopted on November 30, 1955, though the design had already been in use since 1940.
What do the colours of the flag of Vietnam mean?
Red for revolution and the blood of the struggle and yellow for the star and the Vietnamese people.
When did Vietnam gain independence?
Vietnam became independent on 2 September 1945 from France. Independence was declared in 1945, recognised in 1954, and the country was reunified on 2 July 1976.
What is the national sport of Vietnam?
Football is the national sport; vovinam is the national martial art.
What do the symbols on the flag of Vietnam represent?
Five-pointed star — The five groups of society — workers, peasants, soldiers, intellectuals and traders — united in building socialism.
What are the proportions of the flag of Vietnam?
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 Vietnam?
The national anthem is "Tiến Quân Ca".
When is the national day of Vietnam?
It falls on 2 September, National Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the national animal of Vietnam?
The national animal is the water buffalo.
What is the capital of Vietnam?
The capital is Hanoi. The currency is the Vietnamese đồng (VND) and the language spoken is Vietnamese.