How do you get a veterans flag?

You may apply for the flag by completing VA Form 27-2008, Application for United States Flag for Burial Purposes. You may get a flag at any U.S. Post Office or VA regional office. Generally, the funeral director will help you obtain the flag.

Where can a veteran get a free flag?

U.S. Post Offices are the primary Issue Point for all VA supplied Burial Flags free of charge to the next of kin of honorably discharged Veterans. VA Regional Offices and Medical Centers are also issue points for Burial Flags as needed. Regional Offices will provide information on VA Benefits.

How to apply for a VA burial flag?

How do I apply for a burial flag? Complete VA Form 27-2008, and submit it to a funeral director or a representative of the veteran or other organization having charge of the funeral arrangements or acting in the interest of the veteran. You may get a flag at any VA regional office or U.S. Post Office.

Where can I get a flag for a veteran?

Complete VA Form 27-2008, and submit it to a funeral director or a representative of the veteran or other organization having charge of the funeral arrangements or acting in the interest of the veteran. You may get a flag at any VA regional office or U.S. Post Office.

Can a VA flag be donated to a friend?

When there is no next-of-kin, VA will give the flag to a friend who requests it. For VA national cemeteries with an Avenue of Flags, you can donate the flag to be flown on patriotic holidays. How Can You Apply? Complete VA Form 27-2008, “Application for United States Flag for Burial Purposes” to apply. You can find the form at

Do you need a flag for a veteran’s casket?

A United States flag is provided to drape the casket of a deceased Veteran. The flag is provided at no cost. It is intended to honor the memory of a Veteran who served honorably in the U.S. Armed Forces.