A former spouse (personally or through a representative) must apply in writing to be eligible for a court-awarded portion of a refund of employee contributions. No special form is required.
The application letter must be accompanied by—
A certified copy of the court order acceptable for processing that is directed at a refund of employee contributions.
A certification from the former spouse or the former spouse's representative that the court order is currently in force and has not been amended, superseded, or set aside;
Information sufficient for OPM to identify the employee or separated employee, such as his or her full name, date of birth, and social security number;
The current mailing address of the former spouse; and
If the employee or separated employee has not applied for a refund of employee contributions, the current mailing address of the employee or separated employee.
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