Order "For Merit to the Fatherland"

It is intended to award citizens for particularly outstanding achievements in the strengthening of the Russian statehood, socio-economic development of the country, scientific research, the development of culture and art, outstanding athletic achievements, the strengthening of peace, friendship and cooperation between peoples, for a significant contribution to strengthening the defense capability of the country.

The Order "For Merit to the Fatherland" I and II degree has a sign and a star, III and IV degree - only a sign. The ribbon of the Order is silk, moiré, dark red.