Applying for Distinction

Do you think someone deserves a ribbon? Applying takes a long time. Would you like the presentation to take place during the rain of the ribbons (King's Day)? Then submit your application before July 1.

Awards may also be presented on special occasions, such as a 50th anniversary celebration. Apply for these at least six months before presentation.

For whom.

Mayor Petra Dassen-Housen may present awards to anyone who performs merits in the municipality of Kerkrade. Even if he or she does not live in Kerkrade.

How do you apply?

You will find request forms at www.lintjes.nl. Use those to submit a decoration proposal.

Requirements

To qualify for a ribbon, the candidate must meet a number of Requirements . Which ones they are, can be found at www.lintjes.nl 

Do you doubt whether the merits are special enough for a ribbon? Then please call the municipality at 14 045. There you can also ask for an explanation of the application procedure.

Medal of Honor

The Royal Medal of Honor is a badge of honor for (sports) associations, foundations and institutions. You apply for the medal of honor when your organization celebrates an anniversary. This can be at the 50th anniversary or every 25 years after.

Does your organization receive the Royal Medal of Honor? If so, you may add this title to your name, logo and letterhead. You may also use the royal coat of arms.

The application goes through the mayor of the place where the association, foundation or institution is located. The mayor checks the application and forwards it, together with his advice, to the Governor. The latter in turn forwards it to the King. The Governor informs the applicant of the King's decision.

There are Requirements associated with the award of the honorary medal. For Requirements , please visit www.koninklijkhuis.nl