Flag and arms of Finland
Flying the flag is a great way to express joy and emphasise a day of celebration. Flying the flag is also a great way of showing respect or expressing sorrow. There is no reason to be shy about flying the flag. No reason is too small for flying the flag.
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Finland has flag days designated in the calendar. The flag may be flown on other days as well if there is a reason for doing so.
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Flying the flag at half mast »
Mourning is usually expressed by lowering the national flag to half mast.
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The European flag – the EU flag – can be flown on EU-related occasions.
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International flag etiquette should be observed when flags of more than one nation are flown. The flag of Finland should have pride of place.
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Dimensions and colours of the flag, history of the flag.
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The lion coat of arms of Finland is one of our national symbols.
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Using the Finnish flag and the national arms in a trademark »
Use of the Finnish flag and coat of arms in a commercial activity must always be respectful.