FUNERAL EXPENSE ADVANCE

Where a deceased person dies intestate leaving cash assets held with an institution and these funds are needed for his burial, the Administrator-General upon request, may authorise the release of the funds. An advance will only be authorised upon the presentation of the requisite proof of death and an invoice from the funeral home.

Documents required for Processing of matter:

• Completed Form of Particulars
  
• Burial Order
  
• Itemized Bill from Funeral Home, detailing cost of funeral for the deceased
  
• Letter from the financial institution detailing account status
  
• Valid Identification