Single Beneficiary and Precedence
- The burial assistance is granted in a single lump sum to only one beneficiary per deceased veteran.
- The eligibility and precedence for beneficiaries differ depending on the marital status of the deceased veteran.
Beneficiaries If the Deceased Veteran Was Married
- Primary beneficiary: The surviving spouse.
- Secondary beneficiary: The surviving child who assumed responsibility for the burial.
- Tertiary beneficiary: Either parent of the deceased veteran.
- Quaternary beneficiary: Any relative who assumed responsibility for the burial.
Beneficiaries If the Deceased Veteran Was Never Married
- Primary beneficiary: Either of the parents.
- Secondary beneficiary: The brother or sister who assumed responsibility for the burial.
- Tertiary beneficiary: Any relative who assumed responsibility for the burial.
Requirement for Non-Primary Claimants
- Claimants other than the primary beneficiaries who assert that they have assumed responsibility for the burial must provide documentary evidence.
- Required proof includes receipts or other tangible evidence demonstrating expenditure on burial expenses.
Purpose and Administration
- The burial assistance is administered under guidelines issued by the Philippine Veterans Affairs Office (PVAO).
- The regulations aim to ensure proper distribution and accountability in granting burial assistance to veterans' families.