Funeral Support Payment is available to people in Scotland who: • Are on certain benefits or tax credits • Need help to meet the costs of a funeral You don’t need to apply immediately. You can apply up until six months after the day of the funeral. If you have missed this deadline due to COVID-19, your application will still be considered. You can find out more and apply online at mygov.scot/funeral-support-payment. | Social Security Scotland

Funeral Support Payment is available to people in Scotland who get certain tax credits or benefits and need help to meet the costs of a funeral. If someone has died and you are struggling to pay for a funeral, we know it might feel difficult to go through the process of applying for help when you are also dealing with grief. You can claim up to 6 months after the date of the funeral, and you speak to a specially trained advisor to get help with your application by calling 0800 182 2222 or visit