DD Form 1375. Request for Payment of Funeral and/or Interment Expenses
DD Form 1375, the Request for Payment of Funeral and/or Interment Expenses, is utilized by the Department of Defense to request reimbursement for funeral and interment expenses incurred for military service members and eligible family members.
The form consists of sections where information about the deceased individual, the nature of the expenses, and documentation of the costs are provided. It also includes space for certification by the person responsible for the expenses.
Important fields in this form include accurate details about the deceased, itemized expense breakdown, and proper certification. Accurate completion is essential to ensure that eligible funeral and interment expenses are properly documented and reimbursed.
Application Example: A military service member has passed away, and the family incurred funeral expenses. The family completes DD Form 1375, providing information about the deceased, the funeral costs, and attaching relevant documentation. This form allows the family to seek reimbursement for eligible expenses.
No additional documents are typically required for DD Form 1375. This form addresses the specific need for requesting reimbursement of funeral and interment expenses for military personnel and their eligible family members.