CIA Seal - Official Logo of the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency #1500202 (License: Personal Use)

The CIA seal is a circular emblem with a deep blue background bordered in gold, displaying “CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY” at the top and “UNITED STATES OF AMERICA” at the bottom on red ribbons. At its center is a white shield bearing a red 16-point compass rose, symbolizing global reach, surmounted by a bald eagle clutching a banner-representing vigilance and authority. The design reflects the agency’s mission of collecting and analyzing foreign intelligence to support national security.

This image is commonly used on official U.S. government websites, press releases, declassified documents, educational resources about U.S. intelligence, and news articles covering national security topics. It serves users seeking authoritative visual identification of the CIA or verifying official communications.