State Burial Allowance
Up to $100 paid by the state to help defray burial and funeral expenses when funds are lacking.
State BenefitSouth DakotaBurial & Memorial
Verified May 12, 2026 against vetaffairs.sd.gov
At a glance
- Benefit type
- Burial & Memorial — South Dakota
- Who it's for
- Veterans, Spouses, Survivors
- VA rating needed
- No rating requirement
- Estimated value
- Up to $100
- Where it applies
- South Dakota
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
What is State Burial Allowance?
State Burial Allowance is a South Dakota burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, survivors. Up to $100 paid by the state to help defray burial and funeral expenses when funds are lacking. The listed value is Up to $100.
Who qualifies
- Veterans
- Spouses
- Survivors
- Available to any veteran
- Honorable discharge required
- South Dakota residency
Who is eligible
Eligibility
Honorably discharged veteran, or spouse/widow/widower of a veteran, when the estate or immediate family lacks funds to cover expenses. Veteran must have been a U.S. citizen and SD resident for one year before military service or one year before death. Application must be submitted by a county/tribal VSO within one year of burial. Per SDCL 33A-5-2.
What State Burial Allowance covers
Covers
Up to $100 toward burial and funeral expenses.
How to apply for State Burial Allowance
How to apply
Contact your County or Tribal Veterans Service Officer. Provide an affidavit confirming that adequate funds are unavailable, along with a copy of the funeral bill.
Verified information & sources
- Last verified
- May 12, 2026
- Official source
- vetaffairs.sd.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 State Burial Allowance
Who qualifies for State Burial Allowance?
State Burial Allowance is for Veterans, Spouses, Survivors; available to any veteran; south dakota residency. See the eligibility details on this page and confirm with the official source before applying.
How much is State Burial Allowance worth?
The listed value is Up to $100. Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for State Burial Allowance?
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 State Burial Allowance?
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.