Additional BEDB Information
Many persons receiving survivor or BEDB death benefits will make address changes, bank account changes and other changes after submitting the application. If you happen to change your bank account before you receive payment, keep the old account open until you are assured that the payment has been deposited into the new account.
When you are fully acclimated into the system and begun receiving annuity payments, you can conduct much of your business online, including making any changes you deem necessary. You will receive a password to utilize the services of the online system once your payments begin.
Whether you choose to receive your BEDB payments via direct deposit or the direct express debit card, you will receive all other information relevant to you at the mailing address on file with the Office of Personnel Management.
If your mailing address changes before the processing of your application is completed by OPM and you have not received your claim number you should write to the Office of Personnel Management giving your name, date of birth, social security number and the same for the deceased federal employee. If you have received your claim number you can communicate with OPM via telephone of write to register a change of address.
When addressing any BEDB questions and/or concerns to OPM be sure to always use your claim number on all correspondence.
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More information might be available to you on FEGLI and survivor annuity payments
Surviving spouses and family members of postal employees should visit LiteBlue for additional information
