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The VA Form 21-530 is an application designed for those seeking burial benefits under Chapter 23, Title 38 of the U.S. Code, which outlines the support available for the funeral and burial expenses of eligible veterans. It serves as a crucial resource for families or creditors looking to claim allowances for burial, plot, transportation, and related expenses incurred due to the veteran's death. The document includes comprehensive instructions to ensure applicants provide the necessary information to process their claims efficiently. For assistance with filling out the form and understanding your entitlements, click the button below.

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The VA 21-530 form, officially referred to as the Application for Burial Benefits under 38 U.S.C., Chapter 23, serves as a crucial document for those seeking to obtain burial benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). This comprehensive form addresses multiple facets of the burial process for veterans, encompassing allowances for burial and plot interment costs, specific allowances for service-connected death, and transportation expenses under certain conditions. It outlines the eligibility criteria, necessary documentation, and step-by-step instructions for claimants, which include funeral directors, family members using personal funds, executors of the veterans' estate, and state officials in specific instances. The form also stipulates the time frames for filing a claim, emphasizing the importance of adhering to the two-year deadline post the veteran's burial or cremation, with exceptions made for service-connected burial benefits and cases of discharge correction. Furthermore, it elaborates on the requirement of submitting a statement of account or receipts to substantiate the claim, along with guidelines for those claiming the plot allowance only. The VA 21-530 also integrates provisions for veterans affiliated with burial associations or covered by burial insurance, necessitating disclosure and supplementary documentation. This exhaustive form underscores the VA's commitment to ensuring dignity in burial for veterans while providing a structured avenue for their families or responsible parties to claim entitled benefits, streamlining what could otherwise be an overwhelming process during a time of mourning.

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING APPLICATION FOR BURIAL BENEFITS

(UNDER 38 U.S.C., CHAPTER 23)

IMPORTANT - READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

PRIVACY ACT INFORMATION: The responses you submit are considered confidential (38 U.S.C. 5701). They may be disclosed outside the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) only if the disclosure is authorized under the Privacy Act, including the routine uses identified in the VA system of records, 58VA21/22/28, Compensation, Pension, Education and Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Records - VA, published in the Federal Register. The requested information is considered relevant and necessary to determine maximum benefits under the law and is required to obtain benefits. Information submitted is subject to verification through computer matching programs with other agencies.

RESPONDENT BURDEN: We need this information to determine your eligibility burial benefits. Title 38, United States Code, allows us to ask for this information. We estimate that you will need an average of 22 minutes to review the instructions, find the information, and complete this form. VA cannot conduct or sponsor a collection of information unless a valid OMB control number is displayed. Valid OMB control numbers can be located on the OMB Internet Page at www.reginfo.gov/public/do/PRAMain. If desired, you can call 1-800-827-1000 to get information on where to send comments or suggestions about this form.

1.GENERAL

a.BURIAL ALLOWANCE - An amount towards the expenses of the funeral and burial of the veteran's remains. Burial includes all recognized methods of interment.

b.PLOT ALLOWANCE - Plot means the final resting place of the remains. The allowance is payable towards:

(1)Expenses incurred for the plot or interment if burial was not in a national cemetery or other cemetery under the jurisdiction of the United States; OR

(2)Expenses payable to a State (or political subdivision) if the veteran died from non service-connected causes and was buried in a State-owned cemetery or section used solely for the remains of persons eligible for burial in a national cemetery.

c.BURIAL ALLOWANCE FOR SERVICE-CONNECTED DEATH - When the veteran's death occurred as the result of a service-connected disability, a special "service-connected" rate is payable.

d.TRANSPORTATION EXPENSES - The cost of transporting the body to the place of burial may be paid in addition to the burial allowance when:

(1)The veteran died of a service-connected disability or had a compensable service-connected disability and burial is in a national cemetery; OR

(2)The veteran died while in a hospital, domiciliary or nursing home to which he/she had been properly admitted under authority of VA; OR

(3)The veteran died en route while traveling under prior authorization of VA for the purpose of examination, treatment or care.

2.WHO SHOULD FILE A CLAIM

a.CREDITOR - If expenses have not been paid, the claim should be filed by the funeral director or crematory service by completing Parts I, II, and IV. If the funeral director or crematory service has paid or advanced funds for or furnished the plot or interment expenses, inclusion of these items on the statement of account will serve as claim for the plot allowance. If cemetery owner or other creditor has not been paid for the plot and related interment expenses, he/she may file claim by completing Parts I, III, and IV. If both the funeral director and cemetery owner are unpaid, each must submit a separate VA Form 21-530 signed by the person who authorized services.

b.PERSON WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED - If all creditors have been paid, the claim should be filed by the person or

persons whose personal funds were used by completing Parts I, II, and IV.

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c. VETERAN'S ESTATE - If the expenses were paid from the veteran's estate, the claim should be filed by the executor/ administrator by completing Parts I, II, and IV. Submit a copy of the letters of administration or letters testamentary certified over the signature and seal of the appointing court.

d. STATE - If a veteran whose death is non service-connected was buried without charge for plot or interment in a State-owned cemetery or section used for persons eligible in a national cemetery, the claim may be filed by the State official completing Parts I, III (Items 23 and 24), and IV.

3.TIME LIMIT FOR FILING A CLAIM - A claim for non service-connected burial expenses or plot allowance must be filed with VA within 2 years from the date of the veteran's permanent burial or cremation. If a veteran's discharge was corrected after death to "Under Conditions Other Than Dishonorable," the claim must be filed within 2 years from the date of correction. The

2-year limitation does not apply to service-connected burial benefits, transportation expenses or reimbursement of headstone expenses.

4.COMPLETING CLAIM BY A FIRM OR STATE AGENCY - The claim must be executed in the full name of the firm or

State agency, and show the official position or connection of the individual who signs on its behalf.

5.PROOF OF DEATH TO ACCOMPANY CLAIM - Death in a government institution does not need to be proven. In other cases, the claimant must forward a copy of the public record of death. If proof has previously been furnished VA, it need not be submitted again.

6.STATEMENT OF ACCOUNT MUST ACCOMPANY CLAIM

a.FUNERAL DIRECTOR - A statement of account on the funeral director's letterhead must show the name of the veteran; the nature and cost of services, including any payments made to another funeral home (show name and address); all credits; and the name of the person or persons by whom payment in whole or in part was made.

b.TRANSPORTATION - If transported by common carrier, a receipt must accompany the claim. All receipts for transportation charges should show the name of the veteran, the name of the person who paid and the amount of the charges. The itemized statement of account should show the charges made for transportation. Failure to itemize charges may result in delay or payment of a lesser amount.

c.ACCOUNT PAID IN FULL - The statement of account should be receipted in the name of the firm or individual performing the services. Bills or receipts filed in support of this claim become a part of the permanent record and will not be returned, unless specifically requested.

d.PLOT ALLOWANCE ONLY - In a claim for the plot allowance only, the statement of account must show the cost of the veteran's individual grave site, the mausoleum vault, or the columbarium niche.

7.BURIAL ASSOCIATION OR BURIAL INSURANCE - If the veteran was a member of a burial association or if any insurance company is obligated to pay all or part of the burial expenses, Item 22 should be answered "Yes." It will be necessary to support the claim with a statement from the association or insurance company setting forth the terms of the contract and how and with whom settlement was made.

8.SERVICE RECORD - The original or certified copy of the veteran's service separation document (DD214 or equivalent) which contains information as to the length, time, and character of service will permit prompt processing.

9.TOLL-FREE TELEPHONE ASSISTANCE - You can call us toll-free within the U.S. by dialing 1-800-827-1000. If you are located in the local dialing area of a VA regional office, you can also call us by checking your local telephone directory. For the hearing impaired, our TDD number is 1-800-829-4833.

10.WHERE DO I MAIL MY COMPLETED APPLICATION? - You should mail your application to the VA regional office located in your state. You can obtain the mailing address for VA regional offices by accessing the VA Internet web site at www.va.gov/ directory. The address is also located in the government pages of your telephone book under "United States Government, Veterans."

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OMB Approved No. 2900-0003 Respondent Burden: 22 minutes

APPLICATION FOR BURIAL BENEFITS

(Under 38 U.S.C. Chapter 23)

IMPORTANT - Read instructions carefully before completing form. YOUR COMPLIANCE WITH ALL INSTRUCTIONS WILL AVOID DELAY. Type or print all information.

1. FIRST, MIDDLE, LAST NAME OF DECEASED VETERAN

2. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER OF VETERAN		3. VA FILE NUMBER

4. FIRST, MIDDLE, LAST NAME OF CLAIMANT

5. TELEPHONE NUMBER(S) (Include Area Code)		5C. E-MAIL ADDRESS

A. DAYTIME	B. EVENING

(DO NOT WRITE IN THIS SPACE)

(VA DATE STAMP)

6A. MAILING ADDRESS OF CLAIMANT (Number and street or rural route, city or P.O., State and ZIP Code)

6B. IF CLAIMANT IS A FUNERAL HOME PROVIDE THE EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (EIN)

PART I - INFORMATION REGARDING VETERAN

7A. DATE OF BIRTH

7B. PLACE OF BIRTH

8A. DATE OF DEATH

8B. PLACE OF DEATH

8C. DATE OF BURIAL

8D. WHERE DID THE VETERAN'S DEATH OCCUR? (Check one)

	VA MEDICAL CENTER		NURSING HOME UNDER VA CONTRACT
	VA MEDICAL CENTER

STATE VETERANS HOME

OTHER (Specify)

SERVICE INFORMATION (The following information should be furnished for the periods of the VETERAN'S ACTIVE SERVICE)

9A. ENTERED SERVICE

DATE	PLACE

9B. SERVICE

NUMBER

9C. SEPARATED FROM SERVICE

DATE	PLACE

9D. GRADE, RANK OR RATING,

ORGANIZATION AND BRANCH OF SERVICE

10.IF VETERAN SERVED UNDER NAME OTHER THAN THAT SHOWN IN ITEM 1, GIVE FULL NAME AND SERVICE RENDERED UNDER THAT NAME

11.ARE YOU CLAIMING THAT THE CAUSE OF DEATH WAS DUE TO SERVICE?

YES

PART II - CLAIM FOR BURIAL BENEFITS AND/OR INTERMENT ALLOWANCE IF PAID BY CLAIMANT

NOTE - If claiming Plot Allowance Only, do not complete Part II, but complete Parts III and IV on page 4.

12. PLACE OF BURIAL OR LOCATION OF CREMAINS

13.WAS BURIAL (WITHOUT CHARGE FOR PLOT OR INTERMENT) IN A STATE OWNED CEMETERY, OR SECTION THEREOF, USED SOLELY FOR PERSONS ELIGIBLE FOR BURIAL IN A NATIONAL CEMETERY?

YES NO (IF "No," complete Items 15 and 16)

14.WAS BURIAL IN A NATIONAL CEMETERY OR CEMETERY OWNED BY THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT?

YES NO (If "No," complete Items 15 and 16)

15.BURIAL PLOT, MAUSOLEUM VAULT, COLUMBARIUM NICHE, ETC. COST IS: (CHECK ONE)

	PAID BY ANOTHER PERSON(S)		PAID BY CLAIMANT FOR BURIAL
	DUE FUNERAL DIRECTOR		NONE
	DUE FUNERAL DIRECTOR		NONE
	DUE CEMETERY OWNER
	DUE CEMETERY OWNER

16.IF PLOT/INTERMENT EXPENSES ARE UNPAID, WHO WILL FILE CLAIM FOR EXPENSES? (Name and Address)

17. TOTAL EXPENSE OF BURIAL, FUNERAL, TRANSPORTATION, 18. AMOUNT PAID	19. WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED?
AND IF CLAIMED, BURIAL PLOT

$				$

20A. HAS THE PERSON WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED BEEN				20B. AMOUNT OF REIMBURSEMENT	20C. SOURCE OF REIMBURSEMENT
	REIMBURSED?
	YES		NO (If "Yes," complete Items 20B and 20C)	$
	YES		NO (If "Yes," complete Items 20B and 20C)	$

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21A. HAS ANY AMOUNT BEEN, OR WILL ANY AMOUNT BE					21B. AMOUNT			21C. SOURCE(S)
		ALLOWED ON EXPENSES BY LOCAL, STATE, OR FEDERAL
		AGENCY?
		YES	NO (If "Yes," complete Items 21B and 21C)		$

22. WAS THE VETERAN A MEMBER OF A BURIAL ASSOCIATION OR COVERED BY BURIAL INSURANCE?

		YES	NO (Before answering, read and comply with Instruction 7 on Page 2)


			PART III - CLAIM FOR PLOT COST ALLOWANCE
IMPORTANT - Complete only if burial was NOT in a national cemetery or cemetery owned by the Federal Government.

23. WAS BURIAL (WITHOUT CHARGE FOR PLOT OR INTERMENT) IN						24. PLACE OF BURIAL OR LOCATION OF CREMAINS
	A STATE OWNED CEMETERY, OR SECTION THEREOF, USED SOLELY FOR
	PERSONS ELIGIBLE FOR BURIAL IN A NATIONAL CEMETERY?

		YES	NO


25A. COST OF BURIAL PLOT (Individual Grave Site, Mausoleum Vault, or						25B. DATE OF PURCHASE			25C. DATE OF PAYMENT
		Columbarium Niche)
$

26A. HAVE BILLS BEEN PAID IN FULL?				26B. AMOUNT PAID			27. WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED?

		YES	NO (If "No," complete Items 26B and 27)	$

28A. HAS PERSON WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED BEEN				28B. AMOUNT OF REIMBURSEMENT			28C. SOURCE OF REIMBURSEMENT
		REIMBURSED?
				$
		YES	NO (If "Yes,"complete Items 28B and 28C)	$

29A. HAS ANY AMOUNT BEEN, OR WILL ANY AMOUNT				29B. AMOUNT			29C. SOURCE
		BE ALLOWED ON EXPENSES BY STATE OR FEDERAL
		AGENCY?
		YES	NO (If "Yes,"complete Items 29B and 29C)	$


			PART IV - CERTIFICATION AND SIGNATURE

I CERTIFY THAT the foregoing statements made in connection with this application on account of the named veteran are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

30A. SIGNATURE OF CLAIMANT (If signed using an "X", complete Items 36A thru 37B)	30B. OFFICIAL POSITION OF PERSON SIGNING ON BEHALF OF FIRM,
(If signing for firm, corporation, or State agency, complete Items 30B thru 31)	CORPORATION OR STATE AGENCY

31. FULL NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE FIRM, CORPORATION, OR STATE AGENCY FILING AS CLAIMANT

NOTE - Where the claimant is a firm or other unpaid creditor, Items 32A thru 35 MUST be completed by the individual who authorized services.

I CERTIFY THAT the foregoing statements made by the claimant are correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

32A. SIGNATURE OF PERSON WHO AUTHORIZED SERVICES (If signed using an "X",	32B. NAME OF PERSON AUTHORIZING SERVICES (Type or Print)
complete Items 36A thru 37B)

33. ADDRESS (Number and street or rural route, city or P.O., State and ZIP Code)

34. DATE	35. RELATIONSHIP TO VETERAN

WITNESS TO SIGNATURE IF MADE BY "X"

NOTE - If claimant signed above using an "X", signature must be witnessed by two persons to whom the person making the statement is personally known, and the signatures and addresses of such witnesses must be shown below.

36A. SIGNATURE OF WITNESS	36B. ADDRESS OF WITNESS

37A. SIGNATURE OF WITNESS	37B. ADDRESS OF WITNESS

PENALTY - The law provides severe penalties which include fine or imprisonment, or both, for the willful submission of any statement or evidence of a material fact knowing it to be false.

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS HEADSTONES AND MARKERS

The Department of Veterans Affairs will furnish, upon request, a Government headstone or marker at the expense of the United States for the unmarked graves of certain individuals eligible for burial in a national cemetery, but not buried there. These individuals include any veteran with an other than dishonorable discharge who dies after service or any serviceman or servicewoman who dies on active duty. Certain other individuals may also be eligible for the headstone or marker. Headstones or markers for all individuals in a national or post cemetery are furnished automatically without request from the family.

For additional information on burial benefits go to the web site, www.cem.va.gov/bbene_burial.asp. To obtain VA Form 40-1330, Application for Standard Government Headstone or Marker go to www.va.gov/vaforms or contact your local VA regional office. The address of that office can be found at to www.va. gov/directory.

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It's important to write down specific particulars within the section BURIAL PLOT MAUSOLEUM VAULT, IF PLOTINTERMENT EXPENSES ARE, COST IS CHECK ONE, EXPENSES Name and Address, PAID BY ANOTHER PERSONS, PAID BY CLAIMANT FOR BURIAL, DUE FUNERAL DIRECTOR, NONE, DUE CEMETERY OWNER, TOTAL EXPENSE OF BURIAL FUNERAL, AMOUNT PAID, WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED, AND IF CLAIMED BURIAL PLOT, A HAS THE PERSON WHOSE FUNDS WERE, and B AMOUNT OF REIMBURSEMENT.

va form 21p 530 burial benefits BURIAL PLOT MAUSOLEUM VAULT, IF PLOTINTERMENT EXPENSES ARE, COST IS CHECK ONE, EXPENSES Name and Address, PAID BY ANOTHER PERSONS, PAID BY CLAIMANT FOR BURIAL, DUE FUNERAL DIRECTOR, NONE, DUE CEMETERY OWNER, TOTAL EXPENSE OF BURIAL FUNERAL, AMOUNT PAID, WHOSE FUNDS WERE USED, AND IF CLAIMED BURIAL PLOT, A HAS THE PERSON WHOSE FUNDS WERE, and B AMOUNT OF REIMBURSEMENT blanks to fill out

You have to describe the rights and obligations of each party in paragraph A HAS ANY AMOUNT BEEN OR WILL ANY, B AMOUNT, C SOURCES, ALLOWED ON EXPENSES BY LOCAL STATE, If Yes complete Items B and C, WAS THE VETERAN A MEMBER OF A, YES, Before answering read and comply, IMPORTANT Complete only if burial, PLACE OF BURIAL OR LOCATION OF, PART III CLAIM FOR PLOT COST, A STATE OWNED CEMETERY OR SECTION, YES, A COST OF BURIAL PLOT Individual, and B DATE OF PURCHASE.

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