Burial and Plot Allowances - U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Regional Office
Eligibility
Veterans who were honorably discharged. At the time of death, recipients must have been residing in a VA facility or have been receiving or entitled to a disability compensation or pension.
Hours
M-F 8am-4pm.
Application process
Write, call, visit office or access website. Apply by filling out a VA Form for Application for Burial Benefits.
Fees
None. Burial allowances range up to $2,000 for service-related death and plot allowances up to $300 for non-service-related death.
Description
Offers burial and plot allowances for veterans with wartime service who have been honorably discharged. Burial in a national cemetery is available to most honorably discharged veterans at no charge.
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Providing organization
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs' Regional Office