Flag of Kosovo
territoryThe flag of Kosovo was adopted on February 17, 2008 to a design by Muhamer Ibrahimi. Blue field with a gold map and six white stars. It uses 3 colours: blue, gold and white. The official proportions are 5:7.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Flag of Kosovo |
|---|---|
| Country | Kosovo |
| Official Country Name | Republic of Kosovo |
| Capital | Pristina |
| Continent | Europe |
| Region | Southeast Europe |
| ISO Country Code | XK / UNK |
| Internet Domain | .xk |
| Calling Code | +383 |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| National Language(s) | Albanian, Serbian |
| Demonym | Kosovar |
| Area | 10,908 km² |
Flag Specifications
| Official Flag Name | Flag of Kosovo |
|---|---|
| Adopted On | February 17, 2008 |
| First Used | 2008 |
| Current Version Adopted | February 17, 2008 |
| Flag Proportion | 5:7 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 3 |
| Main Colors | Blue, Gold, White |
| Designer | Muhamer Ibrahimi |
| Design Type | Blue field with a gold map and six white stars |
| Official Status | Official Territorial Flag |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code | RGB | CMYK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue | #244AA5 | 36, 74, 165 | 78, 55, 0, 35 | |
| Gold | #D0A650 | 208, 166, 80 | 0, 20, 62, 18 | |
| White | #FFFFFF | 255, 255, 255 | 0, 0, 0, 0 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the field, echoing the European Union |
|---|---|
| Gold colour | Represents the map of the territory |
| White colour | Represents the six stars |
| Six stars | The six major ethnic groups of Kosovo |
| Map | One of only a handful of flags to show the country’s own outline — chosen deliberately to avoid ethnic symbols |
Flag History
| Year / Period | Event |
|---|---|
| 2008 | The design was first used |
| 2008-02-17 | 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 | 5:7 |
|---|---|
| Width | 5 units (hoist) |
| Length | 7 units (fly) |
Kosovo Flag Usage
| Government Buildings | Yes |
|---|---|
| Schools | Yes |
| Civil Use | Yes |
| Official Ceremonies | Yes |
| Sports Events | Yes |
Other Official Flags of Kosovo
| 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 | 18 years old as of 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adoption Date | February 17, 2008 |
| Oldest Version | 2008 |
| Designer | Muhamer Ibrahimi |
| Most Common Color | Blue |
| Similar Flags | Alaska, Antarctica, Arkansas |
| Unique Feature | Blue field with a gold map and six white stars |
Other plain field with a central emblem flags
See all
Facts about the Flag of Kosovo
- Kosovo is one of only two places whose flag shows its own map, and the design was chosen in 2008 from an international competition.
- The blue and gold were selected specifically because they carried no existing ethnic or national association, and the six stars represent the main communities.
- The flag of Kosovo was officially adopted on February 17, 2008. It was designed by Muhamer Ibrahimi.
- The flag in its present form is 18 years old as of 2026.
- Design type: Blue field with a gold map and six white stars.
- The official proportions are 5:7. It shares that ratio with 1 national flag.
- The flag uses 3 colours: blue, gold and white.
- The blue on the flag stands for the field, echoing the European Union.
- The gold on the flag stands for the map of the territory.
- The white on the flag stands for the six stars.
- Six stars: The six major ethnic groups of Kosovo.
- Map: One of only a handful of flags to show the country’s own outline — chosen deliberately to avoid ethnic symbols.
- 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: Alaska, Antarctica and Arkansas.
- Kosovo is a partially recognised state, administered by its own government, though Serbia does not recognise the declaration.
- Football is the most popular sport and judo the most successful internationally.
- The national anthem is "Europe, which has no lyrics so as not to favour any language".
- The flag is flown everywhere on 17 February, Independence Day.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Flag of Kosovo
When was the flag of Kosovo adopted?
The flag of Kosovo was officially adopted on February 17, 2008.
What do the colours of the flag of Kosovo mean?
Blue for the field, echoing the European Union, gold for the map of the territory and white for the six stars.
Is Kosovo an independent country?
Kosovo is a partially recognised state, administered by its own government, though Serbia does not recognise the declaration, a status held since 17 February 2008, when independence was declared from Serbia.
What is the national sport of Kosovo?
Football is the most popular sport and judo the most successful internationally.
What do the symbols on the flag of Kosovo represent?
Six stars — The six major ethnic groups of Kosovo. Map — One of only a handful of flags to show the country’s own outline — chosen deliberately to avoid ethnic symbols.
Who designed the flag of Kosovo?
The flag was designed by Muhamer Ibrahimi.
What are the proportions of the flag of Kosovo?
The official ratio is 5:7, which makes the flag rectangular. It shares those proportions with 1 national flag.
What is the national anthem of Kosovo?
The national anthem is "Europe, which has no lyrics so as not to favour any language".
When is the national day of Kosovo?
It falls on 17 February, Independence Day, and the flag is flown across the country.
What is the capital of Kosovo?
The capital is Pristina. The currency is the Euro (EUR) and the language spoken is Albanian, Serbian.