The flag was officially adopted on 27 February 2009.

The region of Transcarpathia has had various symbols throughout history.

Alongside the national flag of Ukraine, the region has had symbols of different cultures in the region, most prominently the Rusyns.

In 1990, 3 flags were proposed to the Oblast Council.

Sometime in 2007, the following proposals were considered:[3] This Ukraine-related article is a stub.