Flag of Oman

Asia

5.3M

1970

OM | 1:2

Official Palette

Symbolism

White represents peace and prosperity, green represents the Green Mountain (Jebel Akhdar) and fertility, and red represent battles against invaders. The national emblem (Khanjar) features a traditional dagger and two crossed swords.

History

Adopted on December 17, 1970, when Sultan Qaboos bin Said replaced the plain red flag of the previous sultanate. The white, red, and green horizontal bands with the vertical red stripe and khanjar emblem were standardized by royal decree in 1995, giving Oman its current distinctive national banner.

Construction

A 1:2 ratio. Three equal horizontal bands of white, red, and green with a vertical red band at the hoist containing the national emblem in white.

Color Meanings

white: Peace, prosperity, and the religious conviction of the people

green: The Green Mountain (Jebel Akhdar) and fertility

red: Battles against foreign invaders and sacrifice

Country Facts

Population: 5.3M

0.1% of Asia
Capital: Muscat
Languages: Arabic
Continent: Asia
Subregion: Middle East
Landlocked: No
Borders: Saudi Arabia United Arab Emirates Yemen
ISO 3166-1: OM

Flag Identification

Adopted: December 17, 1970
Proportions: 1:2
Total Colors: 4
Primary Layout: Horizontal bands
Key Symbols: Emblem, Weapon

Influences

National emblem (Khanjar) and crossed swords

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Flag Protocol

The national emblem must be in the upper hoist corner of the red band
Horizontal bands must be of equal height

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