The Order of Merit (Ukrainian: Орден «За заслуги») (Distinguished service) first, second or third class, is the Ukrainian order of merit, given to individuals for outstanding achievements in economics, science, culture, military or political spheres of activity.

The Honorary Award was instituted by Ukrainian president Leonid Kravchuk on August 18, 1992.

Recipients of the Honorary Award of the President of Ukraine are considered to be equal to the recipients of the Order of Merit and they are recognised as holders of the Order of Merit 3rd Class retaining the right to wear decorations that have been granted.

Granting the Honorary Award of the President of Ukraine was discontinued following the institution of the Order of Merit.

Awards to serving members of the armed forces bear crossed swords.