Life Events

Life Cycle wheel icon The Life Cycle Events is a listing of common events that may occur during or after your Federal career. It's divided into three sections: me/my family, job, and retirement. When you click on a question, you will see what actions you may need to take for each of the following programs: Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program, Federal Employees Dental and Vision Insurance Program (FEDVIP), Federal Flexible Spending Account Program (FSAFEDS), Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP), and Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance (FEGLI).

Me/My Family

I've acquired a new family member.
My child's status is changing.
A family member died.
I'm getting married or remarried.
- I have a same sex marriage.
- I have a common law spouse.
I'm separated or I'm getting divorced.
I'm moving and/or going to work for another Federal agency.
What happens if I die?
I've gained/lost coverage under my spouse.

Job

My employment status is changing (not retiring).
I'm called up to/returning from military active duty.
I'm on leave without pay.
I'm in receipt of workers' compensation (OWCP)
I'm leaving Federal service (not retiring).

Retirement

I'm thinking about retiring.
I'm turning 65 years old.
- I'm eligible for Medicare.
I'm retiring on disability.
I'm returning as a reemployed annuitant in the Federal Government.