Order of Service Merit


The Order of Service Merit is one of South Korea's orders of merit. It is awarded by the President of South Korea to public officials, private school teachers, and special post office employees for "outstanding meritorious services by applying himself/herself to his/her duties."

Grades

The Order of Service Merit is divided into five grades.
GradeNameRibbon
1stBlue Stripes
2ndYellow Stripes
3rdRed Stripes
4thGreen Stripes
5thAquamarine Stripes

Notable recipients