The Medal of Merit will be awarded to anyone, whether he belongs to or operates in the Swedish Armed Forces or not and irrespective of his nationality.

The reverse shows around the outer edge a laurel wreath and is otherwise smooth and can be equipped with the holder's name, year of awarding and, if appropriate, country.

[2] The medal is worn with a blue ribbon with a broad yellow stripe in the middle and one narrow on each side.

On the ribbon there is an erect sword in gold or silver if the medal is awarded for actions in combat or during war-like situations.

It's provided with a horizontal sword of gold or silver if the medal awarded for actions in combat or during war-like situations.