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Flag of Andorra

Europe
83.7K
1993
Flag of Andorra
AD | 7:10

Symbolism

Blue and red are colors of France, while red and yellow are colors of Spain, reflecting Andorra's status as a co-principality between the two. The coat of arms features symbols of the Bishop of Urgell, the Count of Foix, Catalonia, and the Viscounts of Béarn.

History

The tricolor was adopted in 1866. Before that, the flag was just yellow and red. The coat of arms was officially standardized in 1993.

Construction

A vertical tricolor of blue, yellow, and red with the national coat of arms centered in the yellow band. Ratio is 7:10. The yellow band is slightly wider than the other two.

Color Meanings

blue: Connection to France
yellow: Connection to Spain and the Bishop of Urgell
red: Shared color between France and Spain representing strength

Country Facts

Population
83.7K

<0.1% of Europe

Capital
Andorra la Vella
Languages
Catalan
Continent
Europe
Landlocked
Yes
ISO 3166-1
AD

Flag Identification

Adopted
July 10, 1993
Proportions

7:10 (≈1.429)

710
Total Colors
4
Primary Layout
Vertical bands
Key Symbols
Emblem, Animal

Influences

French Tricolor
Flag of Catalonia (Senyera)

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Flag Protocol

  • The yellow band must be slightly wider than the blue and red bands
  • The coat of arms must be centered in the yellow band

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