A clasp with the name of the theatre or action for which the award is made is issued with the medal.
A further award of the medal in another area is recognised by the issue of an additional clasp. Additional clasps are worn above previously awarded clasps, in order of date of receipt.
The following clasps have been issued for the medal:
- KOREA
- MALAYA
- MALAYSIA
- THAILAND
- THAI-MALAY
- VIETNAM
The eligibility criteria and the Determination for each clasp are included on the table of clasps issued.