How to Draw the Haiti Flag: Equal Bands, Center Panel & Coat of Arms
Build the Haitian flag from its constitutional structure: blue above red, two equal horizontal bands, and the national arms on a centered white panel.
HaitiTwo equal bands + central arms1Start with a horizontal rectangle
The 1987 Constitution defines the structure but does not provide a modern digital drawing grid. Start with a clean horizontal rectangle and use official artwork as your visual reference for final proportions.
2Divide it into two equal bands
Draw a horizontal center line. Fill the upper half blue and the lower half red. The two bands must be equal in height.
3Add the centered white panel
Create a white field at the center crossing the blue and red bands. Article 3 calls this a white square carrying the arms of the Republic.
4Place the coat of arms
Center the national coat of arms within the white field. The emblem includes the palm tree, liberty cap, trophy of arms and the motto L’Union fait la Force.
5Accuracy tips
6FAQ
Which color goes on top?
Blue.
Are the blue and red bands equal?
Yes. The Constitution specifies equal dimensions.
What goes in the center?
The arms of the Republic on a white field.
