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What are the eligibility requirements for claiming funeral benefits under National Pension Insurance?
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Funeral benefits may be claimed by the individual who paid for the funeral expenses, provided the insured person passed away during their coverage period under National Pension Insurance (i.e., before reaching the age of 65).
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Can funeral benefits under National Pension Insurance be claimed if the insured person passes away after withdrawing from the program?
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If the individual passes away during the period after withdrawing from National Pension Insurance or after reaching the age of 65, they are no longer considered an insured person at the time of death. Therefore, funeral benefits under National Pension Insurance cannot be claimed.
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How much is the funeral benefit payment?
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As of January 15, 2023, the funeral benefit amount is calculated as TWD 19,761 x 5, totaling TWD 98,805.
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How do I apply for funeral benefits?
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Please prepare and mail the following documents to the Bureau of Labor Insurance:
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National Pension Funeral Benefit Application Form
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Death Certificate
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Household Registration showing the date of death registration
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Proof of payment for funeral expenses
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Is there a deadline for applying for funeral benefits?
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The application for funeral benefits must be submitted within five years from the day following the insured person’s date of death. If the application is submitted after this five-year period, it will not be accepted by the Bureau of Labor Insurance due to the expiration of the filing deadline.
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