Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag
National Flag of Svalbard and Jan Mayen
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag Display
Quick Facts About Svalbard and Jan Mayen and flag of Svalbard and Jan Mayen
- Adopted:
- Aspect Ratio:
- Typically Norway’s 5:8 ratio (also used 8:11 variant)
- Capital:
- Longyearbyen (administrative for Svalbard)
- Population:
- Total combined: ~2,700 residents (2023)
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag - Description
Svalbard and Jan Mayen **do not have their own unique flag**; both territories officially use the national flag of Norway, reflecting their status as integral parts under Norwegian sovereignty.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag – Symbolism and Meaning
The flag is Norway’s red field with a blue Scandinavian cross outlined in white—symbolizing Scandinavian unity and Christian heritage. It represents both territories by default.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag - History and Origins
Norwegian territories adopted the national flag designed in 1821 by Fredrik Meltzer. Following the dissolution of the Sweden–Norway union, current flag laws enacted in 1906 standardized its use. As Svalbard and Jan Mayen are Norwegian dependencies, the national flag serves for both.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag - Design Elements
A red field with a blue cross bordered in white, positioned off‑center in typical Nordic cross layout. Official specifications: Pantone/HEX values: Red #BA0C2F, Blue #00205B, White #FFFFFF.
Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag - Usage Guidelines and Protocol
Flags follow Norwegian flag protocol: flown on government buildings and vessels, raised at sunrise, lowered at sunset, and half‑mast for mourning. The flag must not be flown above the Union Jack; no separate local flags are recognized.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the colors of the Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag represent?
The flag is Norway’s red field with a blue Scandinavian cross outlined in white—symbolizing Scandinavian unity and Christian heritage. It represents both territories by default.
When was the Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag adopted?
The Svalbard and Jan Mayen flag was adopted on Use the Norwegian flag (design from 1821, formal law since 1906), marking an important milestone in the country's development as an independent nation.
What is the aspect ratio of the Svalbard and Jan Mayen Flag?
The Svalbard and Jan Mayen flag has an aspect ratio of Typically Norway’s 5:8 ratio (also used 8:11 variant), which determines the proportional relationship between its width and height for official display purposes.