Flag of Afghanistan
The flag of Afghanistan has three vertical stripes. Its colors are black, red, green and white. On it: a coat of arms or emblem and writing. The current design dates from 2013. Afghanistan is in Asia, and its capital is Kabul. Below: key facts, the story behind the design, the flags it gets mixed up with and a quick quiz.
Facts at a glance
| Capital | Kabul |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Population | 42.6 million |
| Area | 652,230 km² |
| Currency | Afghan afghani |
| Colors | black, red, green and white |
| Proportions | 2:3 |
| In use since | 2013 |
Which one is the flag of Afghanistan?
Flags of the neighbors
Iran
Pakistan
Turkmenistan
Uzbekistan
Tajikistan
ChinaWhat people also ask
What colors are on the flag of Afghanistan?
Black, red, green and white. The flag of Afghanistan has three vertical stripes.
What is the capital of Afghanistan?
Kabul.
When was the flag of Afghanistan adopted?
The current design has been in use since 2013.
What is the population of Afghanistan?
About 42.6 million (World Bank, 2024). Area: 652,230 km².
Country data: mledoze/countries (ODbL); population: World Bank, 2024. Flags: flag-icons (MIT). Flag facts, look-alikes and riddles: the Quible app.