Description
Embrace the spirit of "Pura Vida" by flying our vibrant Costa Rican flag! Our Costa Rica flag proudly represents the country's history and vibrant culture, whether you display it outside your home, business, or public institution.
Our Costa Rica flags are manufactured in the United States from high-quality nylon, a material chosen for its durability and resistance to fraying. The nylon fabric is quick-drying, helping prevent mildew growth after rain. The flag's design is digitally printed for bright colors that are fade-resistant, even when flown in direct sunlight.
Each flag is equipped with a strong canvas heading and brass grommets for easy and secure mounting on an outdoor flagpole.
Costa Rica Flag Features
- Proudly made in the USA
- Authentic 1848 design
- 100% nylon material
- Reinforced white canvas heading
- Rust-resistant brass grommets for secure flying
Note: The 12” x 18” flag is the civil design and does not feature the coat of arms.
To extend the lifespan of your flag, we recommend lowering it during extreme weather. Visit our blog for more flag care tips and practices.
Are you interested in a formal, indoor version of the Costa Rica flag? Check out our national flag with gold fringe and a pole sleeve for ceremonial use.
Costa Rica Flag Meaning & History
The current flag design was officially adopted on September 29, 1848. It was created by Pacífica Fernández, the First Lady and wife of the president at the time. The blue bands represent the sky, idealism, and perseverance; the white symbolizes peace, wisdom, and happiness; the red stands for the blood shed for freedom and Costa Ricans’ love of life. The national coat of arms is placed within the red band on the left side, depicting ships at sea. The flag was updated in 1906, 1964, and 1998 when changes to the coat of arms were made.
Other Details
Language(s): Spanish
Currency: Costa Rican Colón
Government: Unitary Presidential Constitutional Republic
Flag Meaning: The blue symbolizes the sky, the white embodies wisdom and happiness, and the red represents the Costa Rican people's love of life and the blood spilled for freedom.
