Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits
Free burial, government headstone, and perpetual care at the Middletown State Veterans Cemetery for eligible veterans and family.
State BenefitConnecticutBurial & Memorial
Verified September 30, 2026 against portal.ct.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — Connecticut
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Several thousand dollars
- Where it applies
- Connecticut
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?
Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits is a Connecticut burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, dependents. Free burial, government headstone, and perpetual care at the Middletown State Veterans Cemetery for eligible veterans and family. The listed value is Several thousand dollars.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- Connecticut residency
What Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits covers
Overview
Eligibility (per CT DVA Cemetery and Memorial Services page): Burial in the State Veterans Cemetery is reserved for eligible veterans (other-than-dishonorable discharge), their spouses, and eligible minor children.
Covers
Connecticut provides burial at no cost to eligible veterans. The state supplies government grave markers without charge and maintains perpetual care of all interred remains. MSVC is described as the largest state-operated veterans cemetery in Connecticut, currently serving over 16,000 veterans and family members.
Location
Middletown State Veterans Cemetery (MSVC), 317 Bow Lane, Middletown, CT 06457. Administrative office: 287 West Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.).
How to apply for Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits
How to apply
Contact CT DVA Cemetery and Memorial Services at (860) 616-3688 or oaa-cms.dva@ct.gov.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- portal.ct.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.
How VetUnlock verifies benefitsFrequently asked questions about Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits
Who qualifies for Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?
Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits is for Veterans, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; connecticut residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits worth?
The listed value is Several thousand dollars. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?
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 Connecticut State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?
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.