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Program Description

A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate, signed by the current President, to honor the memory of honorably discharged Veterans.

To learn more, visit the National Cemetery Administration website.

General Program Requirements

If eligible, you, the Veteran's next of kin and loved ones, or someone acting on their behalf, may apply for a PMC. You may request more than one certificate.

You may not request a PMC for a living Veteran.

The Veteran must have an other than dishonorable discharge. Certain National Guard and Reserve members may also qualify. Commissioned Officers of the Public Health Service (PHS) and National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) qualify as active duty members and Veterans once discharged.

Application Process

To make a request, you or someone acting on your behalf, must complete the Presidential Memorial Certificate Request Form (VA Form 40-0247). You can submit the form using one of the methods below:

You must include a copy of both the Veteran’s discharge and death certificates. We can’t process a request without proof of honorable military service. Please send copies only. We will not return original documents.

Last Updated: 05/22/2023