Designed byNo individual designer; taken from the United Provinces of Central America.
Design & Symbolism
Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.
Proportions
3:5
Shape
Rectangular
Colors
Blue#0067C6 · Pantone 285 C
The two blue bands depict the Pacific Ocean and the Caribbean Sea (sometimes justice and loyalty).
White#FFFFFF
The white band depicts peace, purity and the territory.
Purple#6B21A8 · Pantone 268 C
Purple appears in the rainbow of the coat of arms, a symbol of peace.
Symbols & elements
Coat of arms
A triangle of equality encloses five volcanoes for the five Central American states, between two seas. A Phrygian cap radiates liberty, and a rainbow arches over as the promise of peace.
Construction details
Proportions 3:5. Three horizontal bands, blue, white, blue, with the coat of arms at the centre: a triangle enclosing five volcanoes, a radiating Phrygian cap and a rainbow.
Construction sheet
Etiquette & protocol
How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.
Specific rules — Nicaragua
The flag is honoured on 15 September, Central American Independence Day.
It flies on public buildings and at official ceremonies.
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?
Its blue-white-blue comes from the flag of the old United Provinces of Central America, which the country once belonged to.
