Funeral grant is available when the deceased was a member of the National Insurance Scheme.
(Updated January 2012)
Funeral grant is means-tested, and up to NOK 20,652 may be granted to cover actual, necessary expenses incurred for funeral arrangements.
When the deceased is over 18 years of age, the supplement will be offset against [the deceased’s] capital and service pension paid to the deceased for the month following death, and insurance sums and similar paid as a result of death.
When the deceased is under 18, the funeral grant will be paid for funeral expenses in full, up to NOK 20,652.
When a member of the National Insurance Scheme dies in Norway and the deceased’s coffin has to be transported over a distance of more than 20 km, the necessary expenses for transportation (less a deductible of NOK 2,065) will be paid to cover transportation to the nearest usual cemetery to the place where the deceased lived.
Special rules apply when the death occurs outside Norway. There are also special rules when the death is due to occupational injury.
The application form contains information and guidance. It is important that you read this before you complete the form. The completed form should be submitted to NAV Local Services. If you require assistance, you may contact your NAV Local Services.
