Northern Ireland

United Kingdom, Northern Ireland

Flag

Adopted: 1953

The Ulster Banner features a red cross on white background with a crowned six-pointed star and hand symbol in the upper hoist, representing the historical coat of arms of Ulster.

Flag fun fact: The Ulster Banner was officially adopted as Northern Ireland's flag in 1953 but remains unofficial; the hand symbol represents the 'Red Hand of Ulster,' a heraldic emblem dating back centuries.

Colors

redwhitegoldyellow

Design elements

crossstarshield

Flag family: British regional flags