FUNERAL GRANT

The funeral grant is a benefit paid in the form of a lump sum upon the death of the contributor or pensioner.

WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE FUNERAL GRANT?

The funeral grant is paid out towards the funeral expenses of the deceased contributor if he/she had contributed to the Pension and Other Benefits Scheme for at least twelve months. The funeral grant is paid out to any person who meets funeral expenses for the deceased contributor.

WHEN TO CLAIM THE FUNERAL GRANT

Statutorily the funeral grant claim must be made within five years after the death of contributor or

pensioner.

WHAT DOCUMENTS ARE REQUIRED WHEN CLAIMING THE FUNERAL GRANT?

P9/10 form, completed by the claimant and the contributor’s employer.

Certified copy of death certificate or a burial order.

Certified copy of claimant’s national identity card, passport or driver’s licence.