Flag of Oman
Flag NameFlag of Oman
Country NameOman
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2OM
Date Adopted1970-12-17
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio1:2
Primary Colorswhite, red, green, gold
Symbolism DescriptionThe white stripe symbolizes peace and prosperity. The red stripe represents the battles fought for the nation's independence and the historical fortresses of Oman. The green stripe signifies the fertility of the land, agriculture, and the Al Hajar Mountains. The national emblem, featuring the traditional khanjar dagger and crossed swords, symbolizes the nation's historical weapons and its determination to defend itself.
Symbolism Categorieshistory
DesignerUnknown
Has Coat of Armstrue
Legal DescriptionThe design and specifications of the flag are defined by Royal Decree.
Description
The national flag of Oman features a horizontal tricolor of white, red, and green, with a vertical red stripe on the hoist side. The vertical red stripe contains the national emblem of Oman, which consists of a khanjar dagger superimposed on two crossed swords.
