FEMA COVID Funeral Assistance

U.S. Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)

500 C Street SW
Washington, VA 20472

(844) 684-6333

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Contact Information

Main
(844) 684-6333
TTY/TTD
(800) 462-7585
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Who We Are

Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA is providing financial assistance for COVID-19-related funeral expenses incurred after January 20, 2020. The COVID incident period will end on May 11, 2023m but FEMA will continue to offer funeral assistance until September 30, 2025, to those who have lost loved ones during the pandemic.

To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet these conditions:

  • The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.

  • The death was attributed to COVID-19.

  • The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, a non-citizen national, or a qualified non-citizen.

  • The applicant is responsible for the eligible funeral expenses incurred on or after January 20, 2020.

For more information and to apply for assistance call or visit the website.

Who We Serve

Languages Spoken
English
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Service Area(s)
Nationwide

Cost & Payment Methods

Fee Structure
No Fee

Age Requirements
No Age Requirement
Family
Yes
Residency Requirements
The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
Other Eligibility Criteria
The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19. See the program description or website for additional eligibility information.

Intake Process
Call this dedicated toll-free phone number to get a COVID-19 Funeral Assistance application completed with help from FEMA's representatives. For TTY services, call (800) 462-7585.
Documents Required
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Self Refer
Yes
Provider Refer
Yes
Intake Contact Telephone
(844) 684-6333

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