International Flag of Planet Earth
Signal, Sport and Symbolic FlagsAn unofficial flag proposed in 2015 as a symbol for the whole planet, intended for use in space exploration.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | International Flag of Planet Earth |
|---|---|
| Category | Signal, Sport and Symbolic Flags |
| Adopted On | 2015 |
| Designer | Oskar Pernefeldt |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | Blue, White |
| Design Type | Blue field with seven interlocking rings |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | #0B3D91 | |
| White | #FFFFFF |
Flag Design and Symbols
| Blue colour | Represents the water on which all life depends |
|---|---|
| White colour | Represents the rings |
| Interlocking rings | The flower of life pattern — the linked rings stand for the interconnection of everything on the planet |
Facts about the Flag of International Flag of Planet Earth
- No flag of Earth has any official status. Several designs circulate, and the most widely reproduced use a photograph of the planet or an abstract representation of it.
- An unofficial flag proposed in 2015 as a symbol for the whole planet, intended for use in space exploration.
- The flag belongs to no state — it is a proposal for a flag of the planet. It is used worldwide.
- It was founded in 2015 by Oskar Pernefeldt.
- The flag was adopted in 2015. It was designed by Oskar Pernefeldt.
- The design is 11 years old as of 2026.
- Construction: Blue field with seven interlocking rings.
- It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
- The flag uses 2 colours: blue and white.
- The blue stands for the water on which all life depends.
- The white stands for the rings.
- Interlocking rings: The flower of life pattern — the linked rings stand for the interconnection of everything on the planet.
- It was designed as a student project for use on crewed missions beyond Earth; the seven interlocking rings form a flower and stand for the unity of life.
- It is filed here under Signal, Sport and Symbolic Flags, one of the categories of flag that belong to no country.
Frequently asked questions about the International Flag of Planet Earth
What is the International Flag of Planet Earth?
An unofficial flag proposed in 2015 as a symbol for the whole planet, intended for use in space exploration.
Whose flag is the International Flag of Planet Earth?
It is the flag of no state — it is a proposal for a flag of the planet, used worldwide.
When was no state — it is a proposal for a flag of the planet founded?
No state — it is a proposal for a flag of the planet was founded in 2015 by Oskar Pernefeldt.
When was the International Flag of Planet Earth adopted?
The International Flag of Planet Earth was adopted in 2015 and was designed by Oskar Pernefeldt.
What do the colours of the International Flag of Planet Earth mean?
Blue for the water on which all life depends and white for the rings.
What do the symbols on the International Flag of Planet Earth mean?
Interlocking rings — The flower of life pattern — the linked rings stand for the interconnection of everything on the planet.
What are the proportions of the International Flag of Planet Earth?
It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
What else is worth knowing about the International Flag of Planet Earth?
It was designed as a student project for use on crewed missions beyond Earth; the seven interlocking rings form a flower and stand for the unity of life.
Is the International Flag of Planet Earth a national flag?
No. It is not the flag of any sovereign state and is listed here under Signal, Sport and Symbolic Flags.
How many colours are on the International Flag of Planet Earth?
It uses 2 colours: blue and white.
