Knight is the most common and is awarded for either at least 20 years of public service or acts of military or civil bravery. The rest of the categories have a quota for the number of years of service in the category below before they can be awarded. The Officer rank requires a minimum of eight years as a Knight, and the Commander, the highest civilian category for a non-French citizen, requires a minimum of five years as an Officer.
Knight is the most prevalent honor, conferred upon individuals who have served at least 20 years in public service or demonstrated exceptional bravery. The remaining categories have a quota system, where recipients must meet specific time requirements before being eligible for an award. The Officer rank demands a minimum of eight years as a Knight, while the Commander position, reserved for non-French citizens, necessitates a minimum of five years as an Officer.