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Introduction to the FEGLI Program

Federal Benefits FastFacts

The Federal Benefits FastFacts provides basic information about the Federal Benefits Programs administered by the Federal Employees Insurance Operations. We will issue FastFacts throughout the year so be sure to check back with us. Please note: before making any final decisions, please visit the website at www.opm.gov/insure for more specific information.

Frequently Asked Questions

See the answers to many questions about the FEGLI Program.

Benefits Administration Letters

Keep up to date with the Federal benefits programs.

Guide to Federal Benefits

The Guide has information about the other Federal Benefits programs and how they interrelate.

Quick Guide to FEHB, FEDVIP, FLTCIP, FSAFEDS, and FEGLI

The Quick Guide provides answers to 37 common questions and enables you to see the similarities and differences of these programs.

Regulations

The regulations governing the FEGLI Program.

Legislation

The laws governing the FEGLI Program.

Directory of Agency Headquarters Benefits Officers

A list of the headquarters level agency Benefits Officers.

Please let us know how we are doing. Send your questions and comments to us via email to fegli@opm.gov.

The answer to your question may be already posted on our website — see our Frequently Asked Questions pages.

Please note that we do NOT have information to tell you:

  • The types and amounts of your FEGLI coverage, if any, or
  • Whether you've designated a beneficiary, or
  • Who your current beneficiary is.

You need to contact your human resources office (for employees) or email your retirement system (retire@opm.gov) for this information.