To be eligible for funeral assistance, you must meet these conditions, according to FEMA:
The death must have occurred in the United States, including the U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia.
The death certificate must indicate the death was attributed to COVID-19.
The applicant must be a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or lawful permanent resident who incurred funeral expenses after January 20, 2020.
There is no requirement for the deceased person to have been a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.
Who Is Not Eligible?
A minor child cannot apply on behalf of an adult who is not a U.S. citizen, non-citizen national, or qualified alien.