National Flag Usage Guidelines

Guidelines on use of The National Flag

Singaporeans, government, and non-government organisations may display or fly the National Flag to identify with the nation. Singaporeans are especially encouraged to do this during occasions of national celebration or significance.The use and display of the National Flag is governed by the Singapore Arms and Flag and National Anthem (Amendment) Rules 2007 which came into effect on 16 July 2007. Any action that contravenes these rules will be considered compoundable offences.

How it should be used

1. When the Flag is displayed outside a building, it shall be displayed on or in front of the building. Outside the celebration period for National Day (1 July to 30 September), it must be flown only from a flagpole, and if it is displayed or flown at night, it should be properly illuminated.

2. Within Singapore, it should take precedence over all other flags, subject to international practice. When displayed or flown with another flag, it must be in a position of honour. This means it should be positioned, where practicable, either above all other flags or to the left of the other flags, as seen by a person facing the flags.

   

3. It may be reproduced in reduced size representations and displayed at all times, but it must be in its true form and colours, regardless of size.

How it cannot be used or treated

1. Apart from the exceptions stated in the Singapore Arms and Flag and National Anthem (Amendment) Rules 2007, the Flag cannot be used:
   (a) in any trademark or for any commercial purpose;
   (b) as a means, or for the purposes, of advertisement;
   (c) as, or as part of, any furnishings, decoration, covering or receptacle;
   (d) at any private funeral activity;
   (e) incorporated or worn as part of any costume or attire; or
   (f) on any private vehicle.
    
2. No person shall produce or display any flag which bears any graphics or word superimposed on the design of the Flag.
    
3. The Flag should be cleaned when dirty, and replaced if it has faded. After any washing, it should not be hung out to dry outdoors together with other laundry. Any worn-out or damaged flag should be disposed of properly, not left visible in dustbins. Torn or worn-out flags should be packed into a sealed black trash bag before it is disposed.

For enquiries on use of the National Flag, please contact:
Ms Elizabeth Njo
Manager (Heritage Programmes)
National Heritage Board
Singapore
Email: elizabeth_njo@nhb.gov.sg
Tel: 6332 4495
Fax: 6332 3525
 

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