Military Veteran Burial Flag

Military Veteran Burial Flag Who Is Eligible Eligibility Flag Display Cases Cremation UrnsThe United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) provides one (1) United States flag, at no cost, to drape the casket or accompany the urn of a deceased veteran who served honorably in the U. S. Armed Forces. It is furnished to honor the memory of a veteran's military service to his or her country. The VA will furnish a burial flag for memorialization for:

Note: Because only one flag is presented per veteran, we often get requests for duplicate flags. You can add a pre-folded American flag to any order. Our flags are 100% made in the USA and lovingly, skillfully folded by our craftsmen in the mountains of NC. Our G-Spec Government Spec American Flags are 100% cotton made to strict Government Specifications so they are the same as what was presented at your veteran's ceremony. With the pre-folded flag, you can create your own or multiple flag case tributes.

Who Is Eligible to Receive the Burial Flag?

Generally, the flag is given to the next-of-kin, as a keepsake, after its use during the funeral service. When there is no next-of-kin, the VA will furnish the flag to a friend making request for it. For those VA national cemeteries with an Avenue of Flags, families of Veterans buried in these national cemeteries may donate the burial flags of their loved ones to be flown on patriotic holidays.

How Can You Apply?

You may apply for the flag by completing VA Form 21-2008, Application for United States Flag for Burial Purposes. You may get a flag at any VA regional office or U.S. Post Office. Generally, the funeral director will help you obtain the flag.

Can a Burial Flag Be Replaced?

The law allows the VA to issue one flag for a veteran's funeral. They cannot replace it if it is lost, destroyed, or stolen. However, some veterans' organizations or other community groups may be able to help you get another flag. You may also purchase Pre-Folded American Flags Made in America on our web site. The standard size for a military veteran casket burial flag is 5' x 9 1/2'.

How Should the Burial Flag Be Displayed?

The proper way to display the flag depends upon whether the casket is open or closed. VA Form 21-2008 provides the correct method for displaying and folding the flag. The burial flag is not suitable for outside display because of its size and fabric. It is made of cotton and can easily be damaged by weather.

For More Information Call the US Department of Veterans Affairs Toll-Free at 1-800-827-1000