Orders, decorations, and medals of South Korea


The South Korean honors system includes orders of merit, medals of honor, and commendations conferred by the South Korean government onto its citizens and foreigners.

Orders and medals

Orders of Merit and Medals of Honor are given by the president of South Korea to people who "rendered distinguished services" to the country. The first honor, the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, was established in 1949.

Orders of Merit

Commendations are given to people by the president of South Korea, prime minister of South Korea, or various government ministries in recognition of acts of public service or excellence in certain fields.

Presidential Commendation

by the Prime Minister and same leveled organizations

Orders