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Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)

Free burial plot, opening/closing, and perpetual care at state veterans cemeteries.

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.arkansas.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Burial & Memorial — Arkansas
Who it's for
Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
Free burial for veteran; $807 for spouse/dependent
Where it applies
Arkansas
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)?

Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial) is a Arkansas burial & memorial benefit for veterans, active duty, national guard, reservists, spouses, dependents. Free burial plot, opening/closing, and perpetual care at state veterans cemeteries. The listed value is Free burial for veteran; $807 for spouse/dependent.

Who qualifies

VeteransActive DutyNational GuardReservistsSpousesDependents
  • Available to any veteran
  • Arkansas residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Arkansas agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veterans discharged under honorable conditions, active-duty service members who die on active duty, National Guard/Reserve members meeting qualifying service requirements, veterans' spouses, unmarried children (under 21, or 23 if in school), and verifiable lifelong dependents of veterans.

What Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial) covers

Covers

At no cost to the veteran: gravesite, grave opening/closing, perpetual care, federal headstone or niche cover, and burial vault. Spouse/dependent burial costs $807 per current ADVA page.

Locations

Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery at North Little Rock and at Birdeye (administrative phone: 501-683-2259; M-F 8 a.m.-5 p.m.; cemetery gates 6 a.m. until dusk).

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: veterans.arkansas.gov

Compiled and fact-checked against the official source linked above. Benefit rules and dollar amounts change over time — always confirm current details at the official source before applying. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) is a free, accredited advocate who can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.

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Frequently asked questions about Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)

Who qualifies for Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)?▾
Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial) is for Veterans, Active Duty, National Guard, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; arkansas residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial) worth?▾
The listed value is Free burial for veteran; $807 for spouse/dependent. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)?▾
Apply through the official source linked on this page. A county Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can review your eligibility and help you file at no cost.
Where can I verify Arkansas State Veterans Cemeteries (Free Burial)?▾
Benefit rules and dollar amounts change, so always confirm current details at the official source linked on this page. A free, accredited county or state Veterans Service Officer (VSO) can also verify your eligibility and help you apply.

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