British Indian Ocean Territory Flag - Official Design and Symbolism #17382 (License: Personal Use)

The flag features the Union Jack in the canton on a deep blue field, symbolizing the territory’s status as a British Overseas Territory. On the fly side, a white disc holds a blue Maltese cross surmounted by the Tudor Crown, representing royal authority and maritime heritage. The design was formally approved by Queen Elizabeth II in 1990.

This image is used on government websites, educational resources, and encyclopedic entries about British Overseas Territories; it serves users seeking authoritative visual identification or historical context of the territory’s national symbols.