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Who can get Funeral Support Payment?

Scotland’s replacement for the Funeral Expenses Payment. A qualifying benefit is required. Part of it can be recovered from the estate.

  • Paid by Social Security Scotland.
  • The catalogue looks for: Living in Scotland.
  • The catalogue looks for: Responsible for a funeral.
  • The catalogue looks for: A qualifying benefit.
  • This is not a decision. The department or the council decides.

Social Security Scotland

Indicative only. Not advice. Confirm it on the official page before you rely on it.

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