3 June 2006 (became the national flag at independence, 22 years).
Designed byRadoslav Rotković (2004).
Design & Symbolism
Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.
Proportions
1:2
Shape
Rectangular
Colors
Red#C40308 · Pantone 186 C
The red field depicts bravery, sacrifice and the country's royal heritage.
Yellow#D3AD3A · Pantone 1245 C
The gold border and coat of arms depict sovereignty and the heritage of the Petrović-Njegoš dynasty.
Symbols & elements
Coat of arms
A golden double-headed eagle crowned, holding an orb and sceptre, taken from the arms of the Petrović-Njegoš dynasty and echoing Byzantine imperial insignia. On its breast, a shield shows a lion passant, a symbol of episcopal authority.
Construction details
Proportions 1:2. A red field with a gold border, with the coat of arms at the centre: a golden crowned double-headed eagle holding a sceptre and orb, bearing on its chest a shield with a golden lion.
Construction sheet
Etiquette & protocol
How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Montenegro
The flag is honoured on 13 July, Statehood Day.
It must be kept clean and intact; a worn flag is retired.
Common conventions
Keep the flag clean and never let it touch the ground.
Never fly a torn or faded flag — repair or replace it.
Illuminate the flag if it stays up at night.
Never use the flag as clothing, packaging or advertising.
Dispose of a worn flag respectfully, not in the trash.
Did you know?
Unlike its neighbours' blue-white-red tricolours, it is a bold red flag with a gold border, deliberately set apart.
