The City can display or carry the flag at official occasions when the mayor is present. The flag is flown at City Hall and at the Boston Common along with the national flag. Boston groups may have copies of the flag if they get the mayor’s approval.

No one can use the flag or a reproduction of it for commercial reasons. The flag can’t be used for advertising or in connection with ads. You must get permission from the mayor to use the flag for any purpose other than the ones mentioned.

Anyone who violates the rules will be charged $20 for each offense. Community groups may ask permission to fly their country's flag on days of remembrance.