A Presidential Memorial Certificate (PMC) is an engraved paper certificate signed by the current president that honors the military service of a veteran or reservist. If the Veteran is buried in a national cemetery, PMC is automatically presented to a veteran’s next of kin at the burial. If the Veteran is eligible for burial in a national cemetery but is instead buried in a private cemetery, a family member or close friend can apply to get a PMC. Multiple requests for a PMC is acceptable.

If more than four months has lapsed since the application for a PMC, call 202-632-7300 to find out the status of the request.