| Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" | |
|---|---|
 Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" (obverse) | |
| Type | State Decoration |
| Awarded for | Achievements in space technology and travel |
| Presented by |  Russian Federation |
| Eligibility | Russian citizens and foreign nationals |
| Status | Active |
| Established | September 7, 2010[1] |
 Ribbon of the Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" | |
| Precedence | |
| Next (higher) | Medal "For Merit in the Development of Nuclear Energy" |
| Next (lower) | Medal of the Order of Parental Glory |
The Medal "For Merit in Space Exploration" (Russian: Медаль "За заслуги в освоении космоса") is a state decoration of the Russian Federation aimed at recognising achievements in the space program. It was established by presidential decree №1099 of September 7, 2010[1] which revamped the entire Russian awards system.
- ^ a b "Decree of the President of the Russian Federation of September 7, 2010 No 1099" (in Russian). Russian Gazette. 2010-09-07. Retrieved 2012-02-12.