The Crown recognises distinguished service through a graded system of orders, decorations and citations.
| Decoration | Class | Awarded For |
|---|---|---|
| Order of the Imperial Crown | Sovereign | Acts of exceptional service to the Empire |
| Order of the Lauwiner Cross | I — IV | Distinguished conduct in arms |
| Medal of Honour | Gold, Silver, Bronze | Conspicuous bravery in the field |
| Order of Merit | I — III | Civil service to the realm |
| Long Service Medal | X, XX, XXX years | Continuous service |
| Campaign Medal | Bar by theatre | Participation in a named campaign |
Awards are conferred by the Crown alone, upon recommendation of the Chancellery of Orders. The investiture is held in the throne room of the Palace.