INTERPOL Flag
International Organisation FlagsThe flag of the International Criminal Police Organization, founded in 1923.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | INTERPOL Flag |
|---|---|
| Category | International Organisation Flags |
| Adopted On | 1950 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | White, Blue |
| Design Type | White field with a globe, sword and scales |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code |
|---|---|---|
| White | #FFFFFF | |
| Blue | #0C4DA2 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| White colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| Blue colour | Represents the emblem |
| Globe | International reach |
| Sword and scales | Police action and justice |
| Olive branches | The organisation’s UN-linked commitment to peace |
Facts about the Flag of INTERPOL Flag
- The emblem shows a globe over a pair of olive branches, with a sword and a set of scales representing police action and justice.
- The flag is flown at the organisation's headquarters and by member bureaus rather than in any operational context.
- The flag of the International Criminal Police Organization, founded in 1923.
- The flag belongs to the International Criminal Police Organization. It is used worldwide.
- It was founded in 1923, in Vienna.
- It is based in Lyon.
- It has 196 member countries.
- The flag was adopted in 1950.
- The design is 76 years old as of 2026.
- Construction: White field with a globe, sword and scales.
- It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
- The flag uses 2 colours: white and blue.
- The white stands for the field.
- The blue stands for the emblem.
- Globe: International reach.
- Sword and scales: Police action and justice.
- Olive branches: The organisation’s UN-linked commitment to peace.
- The scales stand for justice, the sword for police action and the olive branches for peace.
Frequently asked questions about the INTERPOL Flag
What is the INTERPOL Flag?
The flag of the International Criminal Police Organization, founded in 1923.
Whose flag is the INTERPOL Flag?
It is the flag of the International Criminal Police Organization, used worldwide.
When was the International Criminal Police Organization founded?
The International Criminal Police Organization was founded in 1923, in Vienna.
When was the INTERPOL Flag adopted?
The INTERPOL Flag was adopted in 1950.
What do the colours of the INTERPOL Flag mean?
White for the field and blue for the emblem.
What do the symbols on the INTERPOL Flag mean?
Globe — International reach. Sword and scales — Police action and justice. Olive branches — The organisation’s UN-linked commitment to peace.
Where is it based and how large is it?
It is based in Lyon and it has 196 member countries.
What are the proportions of the INTERPOL Flag?
It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
What else is worth knowing about the INTERPOL Flag?
The scales stand for justice, the sword for police action and the olive branches for peace.
Is the INTERPOL Flag a national flag?
No. It is not the flag of any sovereign state and is listed here under International Organisation Flags.
