Burial assistance

AICS means Assistance to Individuals in Crisis Situations. A social worker assesses the crisis, documents and requested support before any assistance is approved.

Cost / amount:

• DSWD application / social-worker assessment: free
• Assistance depends on the assessed need and approval; no fixed grant is promised

Processing time:

• Document screening, interview and approval precede release
• cash and guarantee-letter routes differ.

Can start online:

• Start on the official portal

What to bring

• Valid ID of the person requesting assistance

  Prepare a current ID with photo and matching name.

• Death record and funeral expense evidence

  Bring death certificate or accepted certification, funeral contract or account statement; transfer permit for transport and balance certificate/promissory note if unpaid.

How to apply

1. 1
   Find the appropriate assistance desk

   Use a DSWD Crisis Intervention office or satellite desk; hospital cases can start with the medical social-service or Malasakit desk.

2. 2
   Submit records and attend assessment

   Present the expense documents and explain the crisis to the social worker; supply any case-specific documents requested.

3. 3
   Follow the approved release route

   Retain the decision and receipt; a guarantee letter is used with an approved provider and is not cash deposited to your account.