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Life

Questions and answers

If you are a retiree, you can cancel or reduce your FEGLI life insurance at any time. There is no form; you must mail a signed letter to OPM's Retirement Office at:

U.S. Office of Personnel Management
Retirement Operations Center
P.O. Box 45
Boyers, PA 16017-0045

The Letter must state:

  • Your full name
  • Your address
  • Your retirement claim number (CSA) or Social Security Number (SSN)
  • Exactly what coverage you want to cancel or reduce (Basic, Option a, Option B and/or Option C)
  • You must hand sign the letter
  • You should also note that you understand you cannot increase or reinstate your coverage after this change is made.

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