State Benefit·Hawaii·⚑Burial & Memorial

Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits

Free gravesite, marker, perpetual maintenance, and opening/closing at seven state veterans cemeteries.

Verified May 12, 2026againstdod.hawaii.gov

At a glance

Benefit type: Burial & Memorial — Hawaii
Who it's for: Veterans, Spouses, Dependents
VA rating needed: No rating requirement
Estimated value: Several thousand dollars
Where it applies: Hawaii
Last verified: May 12, 2026

What is Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?

Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits is a Hawaii burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, dependents. Free gravesite, marker, perpetual maintenance, and opening/closing at seven state veterans cemeteries. The listed value is Several thousand dollars.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesDependents

Available to any veteran
Hawaii residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Hawaii agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Veterans with other-than-dishonorable discharge, their spouses, and unmarried children under 21 (or 23 if enrolled in approved education). Unmarried adult children who are disabled before age 21 also qualify.

What Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits covers

Covers

Gravesite, grave marker, perpetual maintenance, and opening/closing of the grave -- all at no cost. Family must arrange and pay for mortuary services (transport of remains, casket). VA pays plot/interment allowance for eligible wartime/peacetime veterans. Columbarium niches available for cremated remains.

Locations

Seven active state veterans cemeteries: Kaneohe (Oahu), East Hawaii Veterans Cemetery No. II (Hilo), West Hawaii (Kailua-Kona), Kauai Veterans Cemetery (Hanapepe), Maui Veterans Cemetery (Makawao), Molokai (Hoolehua), and Lanai (Lanai City).

How to apply for Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits

How to apply

Contact Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery at 808-369-3575 or HSVC@hawaii.gov.

Open application Verify at official source

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: dod.hawaii.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.

Frequently asked questions about Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits

Who qualifies for Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits?▾

Hawaii State Veterans Cemetery Burial Benefits is for Veterans, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; hawaii residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How much is Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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 Hawaii 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.

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