State Benefit·Michigan·Burial & Memorial

Michigan Veteran Burial Benefits

Federal burial facilitation plus supplemental county burial allowances for eligible veterans.

Verified May 12, 2026againstmichigan.gov

Who qualifies

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  • Available to any veteran
  • Michigan residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Michigan agency.

Open application

Details

Eligibility

Veteran discharged under conditions other than dishonorable.

Includes government headstone/marker/medallion and Presidential Memorial Certificates. Federal burial allowance of $1,002 burial + $1,002 plot allowance.

Some Michigan counties provide an additional $300 burial allowance for veterans with limited assets.

Contact a county Veterans Service Officer for assistance.

Always confirm current rates and rules with the Michigan state agency before applying.

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