NARFE Federal Benefits Institute presents
Postponed & Deferred Retirement: Here’s What to Expect
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 2:00 p.m. ET
Federal employees under FERS who separate from service before reaching full retirement eligibility may qualify for either postponed or deferred retirement, depending on their age and years of service at the time of separation. In this webinar, NARFE federal benefits specialist Tony Opat will outline how these options can help preserve your benefits, prevent annuity reductions, and reinstate health or life insurance. Topics covered include:
- Eligibility for both retirement categories
- Timing requirements
- Postponed and deferred retirement commonalities and differences
- Necessary forms and applications
- And much more
A Q&A session will follow the presentation.
Join us and Tony Opat at 2 pm EST on February 12, 2026, to gain the insights needed for postponed and deferred retirement, so you know what to expect and can make the best choice for your future.