The Pacific Star is awarded for entry into operational service in the Pacific Theatre of Operations between 8 December 1941 and 2 September 1945.
Navy and Merchant Navy personnel are eligible if the 1939-45 Star is earned by six months service or if they entered the Pacific Theatre between 2 March 1945 and 2 September 1945.
 
Clasp
The Burma clasp was issued for the Pacific Star.
When the ribbon is worn alone, a silver rosette ribbon emblem is worn to denote the award of a clasp.