Maine · Burial & Memorial

State Veterans' Cemeteries Burial Benefits

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

Available to any veteranFree burial services

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About this benefit

Eligibility

Honorably discharged veterans and their spouses/dependents.

Covers

Free burial including plot, opening/closing of grave, and perpetual care at four state veterans cemeteries (Caribou, two in Augusta, and Springvale). Private equivalent typically costs $2,000-$5,000+.

How to apply

Contact the Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services at 207-287-3481.

Verified against official source

Last checked 2026-05-06 against www.maine.gov. Always confirm current rates and rules with the Maine state agency before applying.

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