Flag of Malta
Flag NameFlag of Malta
Country NameMalta
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2MT
Date Adopted1964-09-21
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio2:3
Primary Colorswhite, red, grey
Symbolism DescriptionThe white and red colours are traditionally associated with the Knights of Malta and are believed to originate from the arms of Count Roger I of Sicily in 1091. The George Cross, awarded to the entire island of Malta by King George VI in 1942 for its exceptional bravery during World War II, is placed in the canton and fimbriated (bordered) in red to distinguish it from the actual medal and to integrate it into the flag's design.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown (traditional colours); George Cross added by royal warrant.
Has Coat of Armstrue
Canton DetailsA George Cross, fimbriated in red, is placed in the upper hoist (canton) of the white stripe.
Related FlagsCivil Ensign of Malta, Presidential Standard of Malta
Legal DescriptionThe design of the flag is enshrined in the Constitution of Malta, Chapter I, Article 3.
Description
The national flag of Malta is a bicolour flag, vertically divided white and red. In the canton of the white half, there is a representation of the George Cross, fimbriated in red.
