Financial Support

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If you're facing unexpected or higher than expected funeral expenses

And reside in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland, you may qualify for a Funeral Expenses Payment, also known as Funeral Payment. This financial support, provided by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), aims to assist with some of the costs associated with arranging a funeral for those receiving certain benefits.

Funeral Expenses Payment helps cover expenses

It's important to note that while Funeral Expenses Payment helps cover expenses such as burial or cremation fees, travel to the funeral, death certificates, and transportation of the body, it may not cover all costs entirely. Eligibility criteria apply, and applicants typically need to contribute towards the funeral expenses themselves.

To claim Funeral Expenses Payment, first ensure you meet the eligibility requirements. Depending on where you reside:

  • In England or Wales, you can apply by phone through the Bereavement Service Helpline or download a form from the GOV.UK website for postal applications.
  • Specific contact details for phone applications are provided for Welsh language, textphone, and British Sign Language Video Relay Service users.

Crowdfunding through platforms like JustGiving offers another avenue for financial assistance. This method involves receiving donations from friends, family, and the community, which collectively can significantly alleviate funeral costs.

For more information or to begin your application process, visit GOV.UK or consider using JustGiving to explore crowdfunding options for funeral expenses.

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Government Support

If you need help with funeral costs, and you live in England, Northern Ireland or Wales, you might be able to get a Funeral Expenses Payment.

When someone close to you dies, sorting out practical tasks may seem daunting and even overwhelming. The costs for a funeral might be unexpected or higher than you expected.

Funeral Expenses Payment is a payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to help with some of the costs of paying for a funeral. It is for people living in England, Wales or Northern Ireland, who are getting certain benefits.

The payment may not usually cover all the costs – you might still have to pay for some or most of it yourself.

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How do I claim Funeral Expenses Payment?

CHECK YOU'RE ELIGIBLE FOR FUNERAL EXPENSES PAYMENT.

Eligibility

  • Be responsible for the funeral

  • Either be

    a. the partner of the deceased when they died.
    b. a close relative of the deceased.
    c. a close friend of the deceased.

  • You (or your partner) must already be getting one or more of the following benefits or tax credits:

    a. Income Support
    b. Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance
    c. Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
    d. Pension Credit
    e. Housing Benefit
    f. Child Tax Credit
    g. Universal Credit.

You might not be eligible if another close relative of the deceased (such as a sibling or parent) is in work.

HOW YOU APPLY DEPENDS ON WHERE YOU LIVE.

If you live in England or Wales

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Should residents of Conwy and Flintshire, close to the border of Denbighshire, wish to use of our services, please don’t hesitate to contact us.