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http://archive.opm.gov/retire/annuity/life/index.asp

Retirement Information & Services

Life Events

The Life Events section of the website provides information useful to retirees and their families. There are many events in a retiree’s life that might affect their benefits. You can learn about them through the menu links to the left and summaries below.

Marriage/Divorce – Understand your benefits options when your marriage begins or ends.

Death of a Spouse – Notify OPM upon the death of your spouse.

Reemployment – Learn how reemployment may affect your benefits.

Designation of Beneficiaries - You can choose any person to receive any life insurance and/or lump sum benefit payable upon your death by completing a Designation of Beneficiary form.

 
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