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5 CFR § 839.1206Chapter I

How do I submit a claim under this subpart?

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Verbatim text below is from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), a public-domain U.S. government work. Always verify the current version with the eCFR before relying on it for any legal matter.

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(a) No specific form is required. Your request must be in writing and contain the following information:

(1) It must describe the basis for the claim and state the dollar amount you seek to receive;

(2) It must include your name, address, and telephone number;

(3) It must include the name, address, and telephone number of your current or last employer;

(4) It must be signed by you; and

(5) It must include any information you believe OPM should consider, such as cancelled checks or other evidence of amounts you paid.

(b) Send your claim to: Office of Personnel Management, Retirement and Insurance Service, ATTN: FC Section, Washington, DC 20415-3200

eCFR data current as of: November 5, 2026

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