How to receive payments for a fallen serviceman?

How to Receive Payments for a Deceased Soldier? Action Algorithm and Necessary Documents

Payment of compensation to relatives of deceased military personnel is an important and relevant topic for many Ukrainian families who have lost loved ones in combat. The state provides relatives of the deceased with a one-time compensation, which can reach up to fifteen million hryvnias or seven hundred and fifty living wages for working individuals. However, the amount of compensation may vary depending on the circumstances of the death. If the soldier died directly in the combat zone, the family receives full compensation. In cases where the death occurred outside of combat, the payment will be reduced.

How can you receive this help and quickly resolve the compensation issue? Knowing the action algorithm, the necessary documents, and the proper procedure for submitting the application is the key to success. In this article, we will explain what you need to do to receive the payment and how to minimize possible delays. Let’s go through the step-by-step process of receiving the compensation.

Algorithm for Receiving Compensation for a Deceased Soldier

The procedure for receiving the payment may seem complicated, but by knowing the exact steps, it can be completed quickly and without unnecessary difficulties. Here are the main stages:

1. Preparation of Necessary Documents: First, you need to gather a set of documents confirming the fact of death and family relations. These may include death certificates, documents proving family ties (marriage certificate, children’s birth certificates, etc.).
2. Submission of the Application to the Territorial Recruitment Center (TCC): The application for compensation should be submitted to the territorial recruitment center (TCC), where the family of the deceased enters into the necessary agreement. The application must include all details regarding the death and necessary information.
3. Receipt of Ministry of Defense Decision: After submitting the application, the Ministry of Defense reviews the submitted information and decides whether to grant the compensation or refuse it. After the decision is made, the payment amount is recalculated.
4. Recalculation of Compensation: Depending on the circumstances of the death, the amount of compensation may be reduced or remain at its maximum. If the death occurred as a result of combat actions, the family will receive the full amount.

What Documents are Needed to Receive the Payment?

To avoid delays in the process, it’s important to collect all the necessary documents. Here is the list of essential documents that must be submitted:

• Death Certificate of the Soldier: This is the main document that confirms the fact of death.
• Documents Confirming Family Relationships: Children’s birth certificates, marriage certificates, or other documents confirming your family relations.
• Application for Compensation: A completed application to be submitted to the TCC for further consideration.
• Identification Code and Passport: Documents confirming the identity of the applicant.

Why May the Amount of Payment Vary?

The amount of compensation depends on various factors, including the circumstances of the soldier’s death. According to current legislation, there are the following options:

• Death in Combat: If the soldier died directly during combat, the family is entitled to the maximum compensation.
• Death Outside Combat: If the death occurred outside direct combat involvement, the compensation amount will be reduced.
• Death as a Result of an Accident: In this case, the payment amount will also be reduced compared to the maximum compensation.

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How Lawyers Can Help in Receiving Compensation?

Legal Consultation: Explanation of the rights and obligations of the relatives of deceased military personnel, as well as assistance in preparing documents.

Document Preparation: Professional assistance in gathering and preparing all necessary documents for compensation.

Representation in Court: If necessary, lawyers can represent the family in court to protect their interests.