It may be awarded to Norwegian and foreign members of the military who in a meritorious way have participated in the Second World War for Norway.

The medal can be awarded to Norwegians who have served meritously during war, for Norway.

[2] The obverse side of the medal features the portrait of King Haakon VII of Norway, his name and motto Alt for Norge.

The reverse features a wreath, the inscription Krigsmedalje and the king's monogram.

The medal is in bronze and the ribbon is in the colours of the Royal Standard: red and yellow.