FERS Frequently Asked Questions

When am I eligible  for FF/LEO FERS retirement?

Voluntary retirement (not required to be in a covered firefighter or law enforcement officer position at time of retirement): 

• Age 50 and 20 years, covered and creditable service

• 25 years, covered and creditable service, any age

Mandatory retirement (applies only to employees who remain in covered positions): 

• Age 57 for both firefighters and law enforcement officers, and have 20 years covered creditable service.

Revised 05/03/2002

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