Caribbean
Dominican Republic
A white cross dividing the flag into four rectangles—blue at the top and red at the bottom—with the national coat of arms at the center. The basic design dates from independence in 1844, while the current standardized arrangement is generally dated to 1908.
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Adopted
1908
Proportion
2:3
Colours
3
Colours & their meaning
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Blue
Commonly said to represent liberty.
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Red
Commonly said to represent the blood shed by patriots.
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White
Commonly said to symbolize salvation and peace.
Symbols & emblems
White cross
The cross reflects the Christian faith.
Coat of arms
The arms include a Bible and a cross, expressing the republic’s identity and ideals.
Did you know?
The Dominican Republic is the only national flag in the world whose coat of arms includes an open Bible.