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South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)

Free burial for veterans including grave site, liner, headstone, and perpetual care at the state cemetery.

Verified May 12, 2026againstvetaffairs.sd.gov

At a glance

Benefit type
Burial & Memorial — South Dakota
Who it's for
Veterans, Spouses, Dependents
VA rating needed
No rating requirement
Estimated value
Free burial (grave, liner, marker, perpetual care)
Where it applies
South Dakota
Last verified
May 12, 2026

What is South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)?

South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls) is a South Dakota burial & memorial benefit for veterans, spouses, dependents. Free burial for veterans including grave site, liner, headstone, and perpetual care at the state cemetery. The listed value is Free burial (grave, liner, marker, perpetual care).

Who qualifies

VeteransSpousesDependents
  • Available to any veteran
  • Honorable discharge required
  • South Dakota residency

How to apply

Apply through the official South Dakota agency.

Open application

Who is eligible

Eligibility

Same as VA National Cemetery eligibility (honorable discharge from qualifying service). No South Dakota residency requirement.

What South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls) covers

Covers

Free grave site or columbaria niche, grave liner, headstone/niche cover/memorial marker, and perpetual care. Spouse/dependent burial is $1,002 (subject to change; cannot be prepaid).

How to apply for South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)

How to apply

At time of need, funeral director or next of kin contacts the cemetery. Must provide DD-214 or discharge documentation.

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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.

Frequently asked questions about South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)

Who qualifies for South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)?▾
South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls) is for Veterans, Spouses, Dependents; 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 South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls) worth?▾
The listed value is Free burial (grave, liner, marker, perpetual care). Amounts can change — confirm the current figure at the official source linked on this page.
How do I apply for South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)?▾
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 South Dakota State Veterans Cemetery (Sioux Falls)?▾
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.

Other South Dakota Burial & Memorial

State Burial Allowance

Up to $100 paid by the state to help defray burial and funeral expenses when funds are lacking.

Up to $100

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