Open Season and Other Benefits

Enrollment For Federal Employee Benefits

The Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) no longer has an Open Season. Employees may start, stop or change their TSP contributions or participation in the TSP at any time.

The Federal Long Term Care Insurance Program (FLTCIP) also does not conduct an annual Open Season. Employees can apply anytime for FLTCIP. There is a full-underwriting whenever you make the decision to participate in FLTCIP. Remember, the cost of long-term care insurance rises with age. The best time to enroll in a plan is prior to turning 50.

The Federal Employees Group Life Insurance (FEGLI) also does not have an Open Season. I can only remember two Open Seasons conducted by FEGLI (MetLife). However, employees may make changes in FEGLI at any time. Coverage can be decreased or waived by completing SF-2817 and forwarding it to your agency Benefits Office.

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