Funeral Expenses Payment Estimator
Check your eligibility and estimate the financial help you may receive from the DWP to cover burial, cremation, and other funeral costs.
Estimate Your Funeral Payment
Answer a few simple questions to get an indicative estimate of the Funeral Expenses Payment you may be entitled to claim.
Claim Specifications
Enter your circumstances and estimated costs
Payment Evaluation
Estimated DWP Funeral Expenses Payment
What the Payment Covers
The DWP Funeral Expenses Payment can help pay for specific necessary costs associated with the funeral.
| Expense Type | Coverage Details | Payment Limit |
|---|---|---|
| Burial or Cremation Fees | Reasonable costs for the plot, cremation, or interment. | Fully Covered |
| Travel & Transport | Travel to arrange or attend the funeral, and transporting the body. | Fully Covered |
| Death Certificates | Cost of obtaining official death registration documents. | Fully Covered |
| Other Funeral Expenses | Funeral director’s fees, coffin, flowers, and memorial services. | Up to £1,000 |
Funeral Payment FAQ
Answers to the most frequently asked questions about claiming the Funeral Expenses Payment in the UK.
The Funeral Expenses Payment (previously known as the Funeral Payment) is a UK government benefit that helps people on certain low-income benefits pay for a funeral. It can cover burial or cremation fees, travel, body transport, and up to £1,000 for other funeral expenses.
To be eligible, you (or your partner) must be receiving a qualifying benefit (such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or Income Support), and you must be the person responsible for arranging and paying for the funeral. The funeral must take place in the UK.
Yes, any Funeral Expenses Payment made is treated as a debt against the deceased’s estate. The DWP will seek to recover the money from any savings, property, or assets left behind, though certain items like the deceased’s home or personal possessions may be disregarded.
You should normally make your claim within 6 months of the date of the funeral. It is recommended to apply as soon as possible, even if you are waiting for the final funeral bill, as you can provide an estimate initially and update it later.