Turkmenistan Flag

Green represents Islam, fertility, and renewal; red carpet patterns (guls) symbolize the five historic Turkmen tribes; the white crescent moon and five stars indicate Islamic heritage and administrative regions; olive branches express Turkmenistan’s permanent neutrality. ([turn0search5], [turn0search17])

After independence in 1991, the flag was chosen in February 1992 and formally adopted. In 1997 an olive branch element was added to reflect UN‑proclaimed neutrality status. The flag is unique for featuring traditional carpet motifs. ([turn0search17], [turn0search6])

Green field; red vertical stripe at hoist bearing five stacked carpet guls in white and red; white crescent and five white stars to its right; olive branches below the stripe. Proportions and colour codes are officially defined. ([turn0search5], [turn0search6])

Flag must be flown at government buildings, diplomatic missions, and national events. It is raised at sunrise, lowered at sunset, half‑mast during mourning. Use and reproduction are regulated by law. ([turn0search17], [turn0search6])