Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial
Free burial at one of five Maryland state veterans cemeteries with a free burial liner.
State BenefitMarylandBurial & Memorial
Verified September 30, 2026 against veterans.maryland.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — Maryland
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Active Duty, Spouses, Dependents
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Where it applies
- Maryland
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
What is Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial?
Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial is a Maryland burial & memorial benefit for veterans, active duty, spouses, dependents. Free burial at one of five Maryland state veterans cemeteries with a free burial liner.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Active Duty
- Spouses
- Dependents
- Available to any veteran
- Maryland residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Veteran with other than dishonorable discharge. Active duty members who died in service and eligible dependents (spouse, minor children) also qualify.
What Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial covers
Five locations
Cheltenham, Crownsville, Flintstone, Hurlock, Owings Mills.
The state provides a free burial liner for casket remains.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- September 30, 2026
- Official source
- veterans.maryland.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 Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial
Who qualifies for Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial?
Maryland State Veterans Cemetery Burial is for Veterans, Active Duty, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; maryland residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How do I apply for Maryland State Veterans Cemetery 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 Maryland State Veterans Cemetery 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.