Funeral Benefit Grant

 

A funeral benefit for beneficiaries of old age and disability grants is payable upon the dearth of the beneficiary. This benefit can be claimed at any District Social Welfare office by a family member or appointed procurator and is paid to the nominated undertaker. Claims are processed within 48 hours.

Who qualifies?

Beneficiaries of old age grant and disability grant aged 16 years or above.

How to apply

A claim is done at any District or constituency office of the Ministry by a family member or appointed procurator of the deceased beneficiaries of Old Age and Disability Grants apply. The claims are processed within 48 hours and paid to the nominated undertaker.

Registration period

Every day Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 17:00 PM

Required documents

  1. Certified copy of deceased ID
  2. Certified copy of deceased pension card
  3. Certified copy of death certificate
  4. Certified copy of claimant ID

Benefit/service provided

Funeral benefits package at the value of N$4,500 (A standard Citizen Coffin, A Grave site (nominal cost), Programme for the Funeral Service Burial, Preparation Services, Transport within Region).