Flag of the United Arab Emirates (GIF)

The waving flag of the United Arab Emirates (Animated GIF)

The flag of the United Arab Emirates (Arabic: علم دولة الإمارات العربية المتحدة), often referred to as the UAE flag, features a bold and striking design consisting of horizontal stripes of green, white, and black with a vertical red band on the hoist side. The four colors of the flag hold significant symbolism: green represents fertility and prosperity, reflecting the lush oases and agricultural heritage of the region; white symbolizes peace and purity; black signifies the oil wealth and the strength of the Emirati people; and the red band on the hoist side is a tribute to the historical struggle and sacrifices made for the establishment of the United Arab Emirates. According to a 13th-century poem, the colors in the flag express "the green Arab regions where the Arabs, whose actions are pure white, are defended by blood-red swords in black wars." The flag was officially adopted on December 2, 1971, when the UAE was formed, and it continues to serve as a powerful emblem of the nation's values, unity, and rich heritage.

Proportion:	1:2
Adopted:	December 2, 1971
Designed by:	Abdulla Mohamed Al Maainah
Flag image:	Animated GIF (25 frames looped)
Flag emoji code:	🇦🇪

The emblem of the United Arab Emirates on a waving white flag

The emblem of the United Arab Emirates is a sophisticated and symbolic design. It features a golden Quraysh hawk with its wings outstretched, holding a parchment in its talons. The hawk, a symbol of courage and strength, represents the UAE's national identity and heritage. There are seven stars representing the country's seven emirates around the round flag emblem that the hawk carries on its chest. The parchment bears the name of the country, "United Arab Emirates," in Arabic calligraphy, highlighting the nation's unity. The emblem reflects the UAE's deep-rooted traditions, values, and its aspirations for progress and prosperity.

The United Arab Emirates flag is waving on a flagpole rising from the globe.

The United Arab Emirates is a West Asian country on the southeastern tip of the Arabian Peninsula in the Persian Gulf. Its capital is Abu Dhabi, and its population is about 9.991 million (2021). According to its land and sea borders, it borders with Iran, Oman, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.

The waving flag of the United Arab Emirates with its emblem (unofficial)

The waving vertical flag of the United Arab Emirates (Animated GIF)

COUNTRY PROFILE
Capital:	Abu Dhabi
Other major cities:	Dubai City, Sharjah City, Al Ain
Official language:	Arabic
Region:	Western Asia
Ethnic groups:	27.8% Indian, 12% Emirati, 10.2% Pakistani, 9.5% Bangladeshi, 6.1% Filipino, 4.76% Iranian, 4.23% Egyptian, 2.2% Chinese, 14.1% Others
Religions:	76% Muslim, 12.6% Christian, 6.6% Hindu, 2% Buddhist, 1% Other, 1% None
Nationality name:	Emirati
Area:	83,600 km² (32,300 sq mi)
Population:	9.991 million (2021)
Country codes:	AE, ARE (ISO 3166)
Internet Top-Level Domain:	.ae
Calling code:	+971