If you did not qualify for burial benefits
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We ll send you a denial decision letter explaining the reasons or basis of our denial .s   [66] We ll also send you a form called Your Rights to Seek Further Review of Our Decision VA Form 20 - 0998 along with your denial letter. This form explains your rights to appeal or to request another review , and how to submit more evidence
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Do you want to know how much time do you have to appeal the decision or request another review?
yes
 It depends on which option you use to request a review or to appeal . Each option has a different time requirement
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If you qualify for funeral benefits what should the folder have?
Your folder will include A letter telling you if you can be buried in a VA national cemetery . This is called your pre - need decision letter
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How to update my information
 You can update your information at any time . Call our toll - free hotline at 877 - 222 - 8387 .s   [85] We re here Monday through Friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m
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Can my family member or authorized representative still apply for my burial in a VA national cemetery at the time of need?
Yes. Laws and personal circumstances may change earlier eligibility decisions . We ll make the final decision of whether you qualify for burial at the time of need .
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What if I change my mind and don t want to be buried in a VA national cemetery?
 Your family members can make arrangements for your burial at a private cemetery even if we ve already sent you a pre - need decision letter . There s no need to contact VA about this change of plans .
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How much time do I have to appeal the decision or request another review?
See time requirements for each type of claim appeal and reviewLearn how to file your claim using VA Form 20 - 0998
