Code of Federal Regulations > Title 5 > Chapter I > Part 839 > Subpart F - Subpart F—Making an Election

U.S. Code of Federal Regulations

Regulations most recently checked for updates: Aug 27, 2025

GENERAL PROVISIONS

§ 839.601 - How do I make an election?

§ 839.602 - What if I don't make an election?

§ 839.603 - Can I later change my election?

§ 839.604 - When is my election effective?

TIME LIMITS

§ 839.611 - What are the time limits for making an election?

§ 839.612 - Can I make a belated election?

FERS ELECTIONS

§ 839.621 - Can I cancel my FERS election if I was in the wrong retirement plan at the time I elected FERS coverage and I have an election opportunity under the FERCCA?

§ 839.622 - Can I cancel my FERS election if my qualifying retirement coverage error was previously corrected and I now have an election opportunity under the FERCCA?

§ 839.623 - If I decide to keep the FERS election in effect, may I change the effective date of the FERS election?