Symbols and Encouraging Decorations

The Emblem of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

 

The emblem of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine is an equilateral golden lily cross, on top of which in the center is a small State Emblem of Ukraine.

Under the emblem in a semicircle is a gold motto ribbon with the inscription in black letters of the motto “OMNIA VINCIT VERITAS” (from Latin - “TRUTH CONQUERS ALL”)


The Flag of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

 

The flag of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine is a rectangular flag of graphite gray with a width ratio of 2: 3.

In the center of the cloth there is an image of the Emblem of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine. The emblem image is 1/2 of the length of the cloth.


Departmental Encouraging Decorations

(established by the SZRU Head's Order № 30 of February 5, 2013 “On Departmental Encouraging Decorations of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”)

“The Badge of Honor”

 

The highest departmental decoration of the SZRU is insignia “The Badge of Honor”. Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with it for a major personal contribution to the development of the SZRU, for significant achievements in the organization of operational activities while carrying out missions assigned by law to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine, outstanding results of intelligence activity and completed over 10 years of service in intelligence agencies.


“The Distinction Badge of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”

 

Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with the decoration “The Distinction Badge of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine” for commendable service, exemplary discharge of one’s duties, notable achievements in operational activities, for carrying out missions, assigned by law to the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine.


“For valour on service”

 

Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with the decoration “For valour on service” for the successful execution of very important intelligence tasks, or tasks connected with a life risk, with gallantry and dedication revealed.


Medals “10 years of Irreproachable Service”, “15 years of Irreproachable Service” and “20 years of Irreproachable Service.

 

Servicemen of the SZRU, who have an appropriate term of military service or of a service, during which special ranks (classes) were given and who have reached high results, are the examples of faithfulness to the oath, as well as for the exemplary discharge of the military duty, are presented with medals “10 years of Irreproachable Service”, “15 years of Irreproachable Service” and “20 years of Irreproachable Service.


“Veteran of Service”

 

The medal “Veteran of Service” is presented to servicemen of the SZRU, who have served not less than 25 calendar years on military service or service while special ranks (classes) were given, for meritorious service, faithfulness to the oath, and exemplary performance of military duty.



 

Gratitude of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

 

Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with the Gratitude of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine for significant achievements in operational performance, successful fulfillment of special tasks, sound achievements during long productive work, meritorious service and exemplary performance of military and official duties.


Letter of Commendation of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

 

Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with the Letter of Commendation of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine for significant achievements in operational performance, successful completion of special tasks, sound achievements during long productive work, meritorious service and exemplary discharge of the military duty as well as for personal achievements while performing the intelligence tasks.


Honorary Letter of Commendation of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine

 

Servicemen and employees of the SZRU are presented with the Honorary Letter of Commendation of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine for significant achievements in operational performance, successful completion of special tasks, sound achievements during long productive work, meritorious service and exemplary discharge of the military duty and service, professionalism and personal achievements while performing the intelligence tasks, contribution to the development of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine.


Commemorative Awards

 (were departmental encouraging decorations of the SZRU in 2005–2012)

“The Honourable Officer of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”

 

The highest decoration of the SZRU was insignia “The Honourable Officer of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”. This decoration was conferred for a major personal contribution to development of the SZRU, for significant achievements in intelligence activities, exemplary discharge of one’s duties. The names of all decorated officers are inscribed in the special commemorative stela in the Center of Professional and Patriotic Training of the SZRU staff.


“The Honorary Distinction of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”

 

The next in importance was decoration “The Honorary Distinction of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine”. This decoration was conferred for immaculate service, exemplary discharge of one’s duties, notable achievements in intelligence activities, significant personal contribution to development of the SZRU.


 

“Diamond Cross”

 

The decoration “Diamond Cross” was prescribed for bestowalment for significant contribution to implementation of inter-agency cooperation, including mutual assistance in the sphere of operational liaison, for distinctly exceptional performance in this field.


“Allegiance and Honour”

 

The medal – “Allegiance and Honour” in two classes – was bestowed for valour and dedication rendered in the course of duties, for highly effective performance of special missions, for outstanding achievements in the intelligence service and for exemplary performance of commendable service. The first class medal is of upper rank.


 

“Medal for Merit”

 

The departmental encouraging decoration “Medal for Merit” was awarded to employees (workers) of the Foreign Intelligence Service of Ukraine for significant labour performance, personal achievements in fulfillment of the service missions and for exemplary discharge of the official functions.