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Ukraine

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Quick Facts

Capital

Kyiv

Population

44.0M

Area

603,550 km²

Density

73 /km²

Median age

41.8 yrs

Description

Adoption

First adopted in 1918
restored on 24 August 1991 then confirmed on 28 January 1992 (35 years).

Designed byNo individual designer; colours used since 1848.

Design & Symbolism

Specs plus what each color and emblem means on this flag — tap an element to reveal its meaning.

Proportions

2:3

Shape

Rectangular

Colors

Blue#0057B7 · Pantone 285 C

Blue represents the peaceful sky above the country.

Yellow#FFD700 · Pantone 115 C

Yellow evokes the fields of ripe wheat, the country's agricultural wealth.

Construction details

Proportions 2:3. Two equal horizontal bands, blue on top, yellow below.

Construction sheet

Etiquette & protocol

How the flag should be used and displayed with respect.

Specific rules — Ukraine

The flag is honoured on 23 August, National Flag 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 two colours evoke a simple image: a blue sky above a field of golden wheat.

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