Flag of Chile
Flag NameFlag of Chile
Country NameChile
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2CL
Date Adopted1817-10-18
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary ColorsRed, White, Blue
Symbolism DescriptionThe blue represents the sky and the Pacific Ocean. The white symbolizes the snow-capped Andes mountains. The red signifies the blood spilled by patriots for independence. The white star is a guide to progress and honor, and also emphasizes that Chile is a unitary republic.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerAntonio Arcos
Canton DetailsA blue square canton is located in the upper hoist corner, its height equal to the white stripe. It contains a single white five-pointed star, centered within the blue square.
Related FlagsFlag of the Patria Vieja (Old Fatherland), Flag of the Transition, Presidential Flag of Chile
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag was established by Law No. 2,597 of October 18, 1817, and its official use and dimensions are regulated by subsequent decrees and laws.
Description
The national flag of Chile consists of two unequal horizontal bands of white and red, with a blue square canton at the hoist side of the white band. The blue canton contains a single white five-pointed star.
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