State Benefit·Montana·⚑Burial & Memorial

Montana State Veterans Cemeteries

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

Verified May 12, 2026againstveterans.mt.gov

At a glance

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

What is Montana State Veterans Cemeteries?

Montana State Veterans Cemeteries is a Montana burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, dependents. Free burial including plot, opening/closing, headstone, and perpetual care at three state veterans cemeteries.

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesDependents

Available to any veteran
Honorable discharge required
Montana residency

How to apply

Apply through the official Montana agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Honorably discharged veterans. Eligible spouses and dependents may also be interred (subject to fees for opening/closing, headstone collar, and cremation vault).

What Montana State Veterans Cemeteries covers

Veterans receive

cemetery plot, opening/closing, headstone, and perpetual care all at no charge.

Locations

Montana State Veterans Cemetery (Fort Harrison), Western Montana State Veterans Cemetery (Missoula), Eastern Montana State Veterans Cemetery (Miles City), Northern Montana State Veterans Cemetery (Columbia Falls).

Verified information & sources

Last verified: May 12, 2026

Official source: veterans.mt.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 Montana State Veterans Cemeteries

Who qualifies for Montana State Veterans Cemeteries?▾

Montana State Veterans Cemeteries is for Veterans, Spouses, Dependents; available to any veteran; montana residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.

How do I apply for Montana State Veterans Cemeteries?▾

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 Montana State Veterans Cemeteries?▾

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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