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Virginia Retirement System (VRS) FAQs
VRS Plan Enrollment
What is VRS?
How can I participate in VRS?
Are there different plans available through VRS?
How is it determined what plan I will be enrolled in?
Can I choose the retirement plan I want to enroll in?
How does my retirement plan work?
What other benefits does VRS offer?
Applying for Retirement and Retirement Benefits
When am I eligible to retire?
What is "vesting" and when am I vested in VRS?
What is creditable service and how does it count towards my retirement?
How is my retirement benefit calculated?
How can I purchase credit for prior or additional service?
How do I apply for retirement?
How will my retirement benefit be paid to me?
What is the PLOP?
What benefits do I get when I retire?
My Information and Making Changes
How do I designate or change my beneficiary?
How do I change my name or address with VRS?
How can I give someone access to my VRS record and/or permission to act on my behalf?
Leaving Employment Without Retiring
What if I leave employment before I am eligible to retire?
What is a deferred member?
How can I request a refund?
Resources and Contacts
As an employee, can I access my VRS info online?
How can I learn more about my retirement and other benefits?
What if I have more questions?
