You have just been nominated or promoted in the Legion of Honor or the National Order of Merit, or awarded the Military Medal, the Medal of Recognition for Victims of Terrorism or a decoration for foreigners. The Grand Chancery can assist you with the steps you need to take and answer any questions you may have.
Induction ceremony
When you are nominated or promoted in the Legion of Honor or the National Order of Merit, the induction ceremony is essential to enable you to wear your insignia and assert your membership of the Order.
The process
Pay Chancery fee
In order to obtain your certification, you must pay your Chancery fees.
Their amount varies according to the decoration and rank. You can pay from a secure online payment space on our website.
Pay Chancery fees online
Contacts
The Awards Office of the Grand Chancery can help you with all your administrative formalities.
Rights
Receiving an award confers certain rights, first and foremost the right to wear the corresponding insignia, which is subject to certain rules.
Duties
Your award also implies showing respect for the values of the National Orders. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action.
Engagement
Being distinguished by the nation encourages you to serve the general interest even more. You can get involved through a number of associations.