5 C.F.R. § 843.302
Time for filing applications for death benefits.
Cite as 5 C.F.R. § 843.302 (2026)
A current or former spouse of a deceased retiree, employee, or separated employee may file an application for benefits under this subpart, personally or through a representative, at any time within 30 years after the death of the retiree, employee, or separated employee.