Application requirements.

CFR · 2024-01-01 · US · Title 5

(a)(1) A former spouse (personally or through a representative) must apply in writing to be eligible for a former spouse survivor annuity based on a court order acceptable for processing. (2) OPM may require an additional application after the death of the employee, separated employee, or retiree. This additional application will be on a form prescribed by OPM. (b)(1) The application letter under paragraph (a)(1) of this section must be accompanied by— (i) A certified copy of the court order; (ii) A certification from the former spouse or the former spouse's representative that the court order is currently in force and has not been amended, superseded, or set aside; (iii) Information sufficient for OPM to identify the employee or retiree, such as his or her full name, CSRS or FERS claim number, date of birth, and social security number; (iv) The current mailing address of the former spouse; (v) If the employee has not retired or died, the mailing address of the employee; and (vi) A statement in the form prescribed by OPM certifying— (A) That the former spouse has not remarried before age 55; (B) That the former spouse will notify OPM within 15 calendar days of the occurrence of any remarriage before age 55; and (C) That the former spouse will be personally liable for any overpayment to him or her resulting from a remarriage before age 55. (2) OPM may subsequently require recertification of the statements required by this paragraph.

official document · source cfr-2024 · id 5:§ 838.721