Flag of Portugal: Colours, Meaning and Facts

Quick facts
- Region
- Europe
- Capital
- Lisbon
- Adopted
- 30 Jun 1911
- Layout
- vertical
Colour breakdown
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Meaning & symbolism
Green for hope, red for the blood of the nation. The coat of arms carries Portugal's medieval and imperial history.
The armillary sphere celebrates Portugal's Age of Discovery — from Vasco da Gama to Magellan.
Region & capital
Portugal sits in Europe — Southern Europe. Its capital is Lisbon.
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Frequently asked
- What are the colours on the flag of Portugal?
- Portugal's flag uses green, red, yellow, white, blue. Green for hope, red for the blood of the nation. The coat of arms carries Portugal's medieval and imperial history.
- When was the flag of Portugal adopted?
- The current flag was adopted on 30 June 1911.
- What is the capital of Portugal?
- The capital is Lisbon.
- Which flags look similar to Portugal's?
- No frequently confused flags noted.