Flag of Greenland

The flag features two equal horizontal bands of white and red. A large circular disk, divided horizontally into red and white halves, is positioned slightly toward the hoist side. This disk is colored in opposition to the background bands, with red on top and white on the bottom.

The large central disk depicts the sun as it rises over the horizon, signifying the return of light and heat to the landscape. White represents the vast inland ice sheets and glaciers, while the red portion symbolizes the sea. Through its specific color palette, the flag maintains a visual link to the red and white of the Danish national flag.

Greenland officially adopted the current design on June 21, 1985, after achieving home rule from Denmark in 1979. Local artist Thue Christiansen created the winning entry, which was selected by the Inatsisartut over a competing Nordic cross design. Prior to this change, the Danish Dannebrog served as the island's sole official banner.