The Saudi Ministry of Interior has issued a clear directive on the proper use and handling of the national flag, emphasizing strict guidelines to ensure its dignity and respect.
One of the key regulations prohibits the use of faded or damaged flags. Once a flag becomes obsolete, it must be destroyed by the entity that used it, preventing any misuse or disrespect.
The ministry also outlined specific restrictions on how the flag should never be used. It cannot be incorporated into commercial logos, trademarks, or advertising. Additionally, it must not be used as a functional object—such as a carrying tool or decorative wrap—nor should it ever be placed on animals.
Proper handling is essential. The flag must be displayed in a way that allows it to move freely and must never be fixed or tied down in a way that restricts its movement. It is also strictly forbidden to print any symbols, slogans, or additional markings on the flag or to decorate its edges. Raising the flag upside down under any circumstances is not allowed.
The directive further mandates that the national flag and the flag of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques must never touch the ground, water, or any surface below them. No other logos are permitted on the national flag, except for the official emblem of the Kingdom—two crossed swords beneath a palm tree—positioned in the lower corner of the Custodian’s flag near the flagpole.
These measures reinforce the significance of the Saudi flag as a symbol of national pride and heritage, ensuring that it is always displayed with the highest level of respect.
