Flag of Belgium

Europe

Flag of Belgium

The flag of Belgium is red, yellow, and black.

Practise the flags of Europe

Capital
Brussels
Population
11.9M (2024)
Area
30,528 km²
Region
Europe

Colours

How to tell it apart

Vertical black–yellow–red, black at the hoist; nearly square.

Compare all 2 flags: Black, red and gold →

Flags that look like the flag of Belgium

These flags are easy to confuse because they share colours and layout. Compare them side by side:

Quick facts

Languages
German, French, and Dutch
Currency
Euro

Flags of Belgium's neighbours

Frequently asked questions

What colours are on the flag of Belgium?

The flag of Belgium uses red, yellow, and black.

What is the capital of Belgium?

The capital of Belgium is Brussels.

Which flags look like the flag of Belgium?

The flags most similar to the flag of Belgium are those of Mali, Romania, and Chad.

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