FAQs

 Eligibility & Enrollment (Displaying results 31-40 of 54)

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• What happens if the FSA participant passes away? Open Closed

  If the FSAFEDS participant passes away before the end of the benefit period, the account holder's surviving spouse or dependent(s), or estate, may submit claims or receive payme… Read more…the full answer

• How do I enroll in FSAFEDS? Open Closed

  Eligible employees can enroll in FSAFEDS for the upcoming benefit period (plan year) during the Federal Benefits Open Season that is held each year from mid-November to mid-December. Enrollment in an FSA is completely voluntary. … Read more…the full answer

• Is there an Open Season every year? If so, when is it held? Open Closed

  Yes, there is an annual enrollment period called "Open Season" Open Season for FSAFEDS is always held concurrently with the Federal Benefits Open Season from mid-November to mid-December. Your FSA elections made during Open Season are effective fo… Read more…the full answer

• Can I change my mind during Open Season? Open Closed

  Yes, you may change your election and allotment amount (FSA contribution) as often as you want during the Open Season timeframe . Your last change as of midnight Eastern Time on the day Open … Read more…the full answer

• Can I enroll outside of an Open Season? Open Closed

  It depends on the circumstance. You can only enroll outside of an Open Season (from mid-November to mid-December) if you: Qualify for a Belated Enrollment… Read more…the full answer

• What if I couldn't enroll during Open Season? Open Closed

  You can only enroll outside of an Open Season (from mid-November to mid-December) if you: Qualify for a Belated Enrollment , Experience… Read more…the full answer

• I am in a situation where I am unable to enroll during the Open Season although I'm still active on my agency's payroll. Can I still enroll? Open Closed

  If you were unable to enroll during the entire Open Season for reasons outside of your control, you may qualify for a Belated Enrollment . To qualify, Belated Enrollme… Read more…the full answer

• I did not enroll in an HCFSA, a LEX HCFSA or a DCFSA during Open Season. Will I have an opportunity to enroll at a later date? Open Closed

  Unless you are a new or newly eligible employee, experience a qualifying life event… Read more…the full answer

• If I change my mind after Open Season ends, can I change my election? Open Closed

  After Open Season ends, you may not change your election unless you have a qualifying life event. Once enrolled, you'll see a confirmation statement that you can print or save for your re… Read more…the full answer

• Can I change my election after I've enrolled? Open Closed

  You can only change your election if you experience a qualifying life event (QLE) as defined by the IRS. QLEs allow you the opportunity to enroll (if you haven't) or change your FSA election… Read more…the full answer