Burial in a VA National Cemetery
Offered by The Unites States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - National Cemetery Administration (NCA)
Free gravesite, opening and closing of the grave, and perpetual care for eligible veterans, service members, and their spouses and dependent children.
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Cost & format
free · In person
Who this is for
Veterans discharged under conditions other than dishonorable, service members who die on active duty, and eligible spouses/dependent children; usually need the DD-214 or discharge papers
How to apply
Call the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at (800) 535-1117 at the time of need to schedule a burial
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