Honours

As an Overseas Territory people of the British Virgin Islands are eligible to be nominated for the Queen’s Birthday and New Years Honours.

Queen’s Honours

Nominations for Queen’s Honours can be submitted to the Governor’s Office for consideration by the Honours Committee any time of the year. They will be dealt with in accordance with the timings for the forthcoming nominations process.   The Honours Committee Honours are awarded on the basis of achievement, excellence and merit. Guidance for submitting a nomination and an application form are available here.

Recipients of Queens Honours can chose to receive their awards at an investiture at Buckingham Palace or locally.  In exceptional circumstances visiting members of the Royal Family can also bestow Honours.

Certificate and Badge of Honour

Nominations for Certificate and Badge of Honour can also be submitted to the Governor’s Office at any time of the year.  Nominations should also be submitted on the same form as for the Queen’s Honours.  Recipients will be announced along with the Queen’s Birthday and New Year’s Honours and the awards can be made at the Queen’s Birthday Parade.