FERS is a retirement plan that provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan, Social Security and the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP). Two of the three parts of FERS (Social Security and the TSP) can go with you to your next job if you leave the Federal Government before retirement.

Articles and information to help you prepare for retirement, including Frequently Asked Questions on a range of topics. If you require additional help, call the Retirement Information Office at 888-767-6738 and have your claim number ready. Services Online servicesonline.opm.gov Check the status of your case or make changes to your

These pages contain the CSRS and FERS Handbook for Personnel and Payroll Offices used to advise Federal agencies about various aspects of benefits administration. This is the April 1998 version of this handbook, which was made available …

Congratulations on your upcoming retirement! The Retirement Quick Guide will walk you through what to expect as your retirement application is processed and your benefits are determined. The printable version of this guide includes estimated timelines. View our Quick Guide to the Federal Retirement Process video for more information.

FERS is a retirement system that is responsive to the changing times and Federal work force needs. Many of its features are “portable,” so that if you leave Federal employment, you may still qualify for the benefits. FERS is flexible; you will be able to choose what is best for your individual situation. And FERS enables you to

To qualify for payments from the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) or the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), you must submit a retirement application, Standard Form 2801 Application for Immediate Retirement (CSRS) or Standard Form 3107 Application for Immediate Retirement (FERS).

Eligibility is determined by your age and number of years of creditable service. In some cases, you must have reached the Minimum Retirement Age (MRA) to receive retirement benefits. Use the following chart to figure your Minimum Retirement Age.

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Your retirement includes a portion computed under Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) rules. FERS retirees under age 62 who do not fall into one of the categories above, are not eligible for cost-of-living increases until they reach age 62.

Information and Instructions for Completing an Application for Full Retirement Status (from Phased Retirement) under the FERS Retirement and Insurance Publications Browse and download your choice of publication(s) used to process retirement and insurance benefits.