Northern Cyprus Flag
Regional and Movement FlagsThe flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, recognised only by Turkey.
Basic Flag Information
| Flag Name | Northern Cyprus Flag |
|---|---|
| Category | Regional and Movement Flags |
| Adopted On | March 7, 1984 |
| Flag Proportion | 2:3 |
| Flag Shape | Rectangle |
| Number of Colors | 2 |
| Main Colors | White, Red |
| Design Type | White field with two red bands, a crescent and a star |
Flag Color Information
| Color | Appearance | HEX Code |
|---|---|---|
| White | #FFFFFF | |
| Red | #E30A17 |
Flag Design and Symbols
| White colour | Represents the field |
|---|---|
| Red colour | Represents the bands, crescent and star |
| Crescent and star | The Turkish flag, reversed in colour, marking the territory’s link to Turkey |
Facts about the Flag of Northern Cyprus Flag
- The design inverts the Turkish flag's colours and adds two horizontal red bands at the top and bottom.
- The entity is recognised only by Türkiye.
- The flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, recognised only by Turkey.
- The flag belongs to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It is used in the northern third of Cyprus.
- It was founded on 15 November 1983.
- It is based in North Nicosia.
- The flag was adopted in March 7, 1984.
- The design is 42 years old as of 2026.
- Construction: White field with two red bands, a crescent and a star.
- It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
- The flag uses 2 colours: white and red.
- The white stands for the field.
- The red stands for the bands, crescent and star.
- Crescent and star: The Turkish flag, reversed in colour, marking the territory’s link to Turkey.
- It is recognised only by Türkiye; the design reverses the colours of the Turkish flag.
- It is filed here under Regional and Movement Flags, one of the categories of flag that belong to no country.
Frequently asked questions about the Northern Cyprus Flag
What is the Northern Cyprus Flag?
The flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, recognised only by Turkey.
Whose flag is the Northern Cyprus Flag?
It is the flag of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, used in the northern third of Cyprus.
When was the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus founded?
The Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus was founded on 15 November 1983.
When was the Northern Cyprus Flag adopted?
The Northern Cyprus Flag was adopted in March 7, 1984.
What do the colours of the Northern Cyprus Flag mean?
White for the field and red for the bands, crescent and star.
What do the symbols on the Northern Cyprus Flag mean?
Crescent and star — The Turkish flag, reversed in colour, marking the territory’s link to Turkey.
Where is it based and how large is it?
It is based in North Nicosia.
What are the proportions of the Northern Cyprus Flag?
It is normally drawn to a ratio of 2:3, which makes it rectangular.
What else is worth knowing about the Northern Cyprus Flag?
It is recognised only by Türkiye; the design reverses the colours of the Turkish flag.
Is the Northern Cyprus Flag a national flag?
No. It is not the flag of any sovereign state and is listed here under Regional and Movement Flags.
