Vessels sailing under the Anguilla flag are required to have on board this flag as a feature of flag state requirements that derive from maritime regulations in the International Code of Signals and the International Safety Management (ISM) Code. These codes are published by the International Maritime Organization (IMO) as a continuous effort to reinforce maritime safety procedures and communications to the international maritime network. Fleet management companies and boat owners are responsible to ensure that each vessel in their respective fleets have the appropriate flag signage installed to be in compliance. This flag is used to identify the flag state a vessel is sailing under and to communicate with other vessels under the arrangements of the International Code of Signals.

The current authority flag of Anguilla was adopted in 1990. The national flag of Anguilla comprises of the modern Blue Ensign with the British Union Jack flag in the canton. The red, white and blue Union Jack flag in the canton is a blend of three older flags, specifically the red cross of St. George of the Kingdom of England (counting Wales), the white saltire of St. Andrew of Scotland and the red saltire of St. Patrick, representing Ireland. The official Anguilla crest is in the fly. The Anguilla ensign comprises of three interlocking orange dolphins that appear to be leaping out of the sea, consolidating the "Dolphin Flag" of Anguilla that was used from 1967-1969. The orange dolphins represent solidarity, strength and endurance. The three dolphins are in round movement, representative of continuity, against a white foundation over the blue sea. The white foundation of the Anguilla ensign symbolizes peace and tranquility, while the blue stripe representing the sea below is representative of confidence, hope and youth.

Anguilla Flag Description:

The Anguillan flag is designed in blue with a British Union Jack flag in the upper left corner and a shield on the correct side, showing three orange dolphins on a white foundation with a turquoise-blue base.

Anguilla Flag Meaning:

The Union Jack symbolizes Anguilla's connection with Britain and the three dolphins represent intelligence, strength and friendship.

Anguilla Flag History:

The current Anguilla flag was adopted May 30, 1990. Anguilla was first colonized by English settlers in 1650. This is the country's fifth flag since 1957.

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