Family & survivors · Federal
Veterans burial allowance
SC death on/after Sept 11, 2001: up to $2,000; SC death before Sept 11, 2001: up to $1,500. Non-SC death on/after Oct 1, 2026: $1,032 burial + $1,032 plot.
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Last verified2026-10-11
Re-check by2027-10-01
If the Veteran died on or after October 1, 2026 We’ll pay a $1,032 burial allowance and $1,032 for a plot
How to apply
- Surviving spouse on file may be paid automatically.
- Otherwise apply online or mail VA Form 21P-530EZ to the Pension Intake Center.
Eligibility rules and amounts come from the official source and can change. Always confirm there before you apply.