Then a copy of the retirement order and last discharge document must be provided. Retired reservists must provide a discharge document copy that verifies active military service for other than training purposes. For veterans who held Executive Level I and II positions in the federal government or federal elective office, a copy of the last discharge document is required. Making Arrangements Arrangements for burial at Arlington National Cemetery cannot be made in advance. The same procedure is followed for eligible family members who predecease the veteran.
Eligibility is based of the veteran's military service.
Transporting Casket or Urn Generally the funeral director will arrange transportation of the remains through a commercial carrier. All costs associated with the shipping and storage of remains is the responsibility of the next of kin. If the death occurred while the deceased was on active duty, the appropriate military branch will pay transportation costs. Cremated remains may be shipped by the funeral director or the next of kin, or may be brought to the cemetery by the next of kin at the time of interment. There is no charge for services provided by the cemetery including the preparation and maintenance of the gravesite or government-provided headstone, niche cover or graveliner.