Flag of Qatar
Flag NameFlag of Qatar
Country NameQatar
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2QA
Date Adopted1971-07-09
Adoption Statusofficial
Flag Typenational
Aspect Ratio11:28
Primary Colorswhite, maroon
Symbolism DescriptionThe maroon color symbolizes the blood shed during Qatar's various wars, particularly in the late 19th century, and is also associated with the historical dye produced in the region. The white color represents peace. The nine serrated points signify Qatar as the 9th member of the 'reconciled emirates' of the Persian Gulf, following the Qatari-British treaty of 1916.
Symbolism Categorieshistory,abstract
DesignerUnknown (design formalized over time)
Related FlagsFlag of Bahrain
Legal DescriptionThe design, colors, and dimensions of the flag are specified by Emiri Decree No. 14 of 1971.
Description
The national flag of Qatar features a white band on the hoist side, separated from a wider maroon (purplish-red) band on the fly side by nine white triangles forming a serrated line. It has a distinctive aspect ratio of 11:28.
