Who can join NARFE?
NARFE Membership is open to civilians who are or will be eligible to receive an annuity or survivor annuity from the federal retirement programs of any agency of the United States government. That includes: Retirees. Current federal employees.
How much does NARFE cost?
NARFE annual dues are $29.00. The average annual chapter dues are over $8.00 and the Federations get $2.90 (10% of $29.00).
Should I join NARFE?
If your future security is tied to federal retirement benefits – federal retirees, current employees, spouses and individual survivors – you should join NARFE. Get monthly issues of narfe magazine with news and insights for the federal community.
Who retired federal employees?
Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) employees who do not contribute are missing out on government contributions to their TSP accounts and the growth of a critical part of their retirement packages. CSRS and FERS employees can make tax-deferred contributions of up to $15,500 each year.
How do I join NARFE?
Q: How do I become a NARFE member? A: All you have to do to join other active and retired federal workers who are NARFE members is to contact Recruitment & Retention at 800-627-3394 or write to Recruitment & Retention to get started. You also can join via the NARFE Web site at
How many members does NARFE have?
175,000 members
NARFE has some 175,000 members and over 800 NARFE chapters in almost every state within the United States, as well as chapters in Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Panama and the Philippines.
Is NARFE free?
On-Demand – FREE for NARFE Members Members have access to wealth knowledge and expertise to help them make the best decisions about their benefits, finances, and careers before, during and after retirement.
Can a retired federal employee collect Social Security?
FERS retirees receive Social Security benefits and in certain cases a supplement if they retire under age 62. CSRS retirees may receive benefits if they worked 40 quarters, 10 years in the private sector. CSRS retiree benefits are reduced by the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP).
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How do I cancel my Narfe membership?
Simply notify National Headquarters in writing of your intention to cancel. Q: In the event of my death, what will happen to the voluntary allotment? calculated using $48 NARFE dues (divided by 12), deducted monthly.
Is NARFE a union?
NARFE is a national nonprofit association of federal employees and federal retirees. NARFE is not a union, but we share common interests and goals with federal employee unions. NARFE is an advocate for both active and retired federal employees before Congress and the White House. NARFE has some 310,000 members.