Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program
Free burial for eligible veterans at five state cemeteries including military honors and headstone.
State BenefitLouisianaBurial & Memorial
Verified September 30, 2026 against vetaffairs.la.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — Louisiana
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Free burial services
- Where it applies
- Louisiana
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program?
Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program is a Louisiana burial & memorial benefit for veterans, reservists, spouses, dependents. Free burial for eligible veterans at five state cemeteries including military honors and headstone. The listed value is Free burial services.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Reservists
- Spouses
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- Louisiana residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran who served one day of active duty (pre-9/7/1980 enlisted or pre-10/16/1981 officers; otherwise 2 consecutive years required) with discharge under honorable conditions. Reservists called to active duty, military retirees, and any VA service-connected veteran also qualify.
What Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program covers
Covers
Free burial including military honors, committal service, government headstone/marker. In-ground casket, in-ground urn, or above-ground cremation options. Spouses/dependent children pay a nominal fee equal to the federal VA plot allowance at time of death.
Locations
Leesville (Central), Rayville (Northeast), Keithville (Northwest), Slidell (Southeast), Jennings (Southwest).
How to apply for Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program
How to apply
Contact LDVA or the specific state veterans cemetery.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- vetaffairs.la.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 Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program
Who qualifies for Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program?
Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program is for Veterans, Reservists, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; louisiana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program worth?
The listed value is Free burial services. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program?
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 Louisiana State Veterans Cemetery Program?
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.