The flag, together with the national symbol for Tokelau were approved by the General Fono (National Assembly) in 2008, but could not be presented for use until official approval from the Queen.

The Tokelau flag was officially presented by the Governor-General Hon Sir Anand Satyanand, to the Ulu o Tokelau (Titular Head of Government), Aliki Faipule Foua Toloa at a ceremony held at ...