OPM Announces Change in Form 1099-R Delivery
There is some important news for you about your tax form 1099-R. Per IRS Bulletin 2025-30 and the 1099-R consent statement, OPM is changing how you’ll receive your 1099-R.
Starting this January, you won’t be getting your 1099-R by mail anymore. Instead, you will receive an email notification with options to securely access your 1099-R online.
You can review or change your 1099-R delivery preference in your Profile section on Retirement Services Online.
While you’re logged in, you can also manage:
- Annuity statements;
- Tax withholdings;
- Direct deposit;
- Contact information;
- FEGLI life insurance verifications;
- And more – all 24/7, no phone calls or forms
Check out our page How to login to Retirement Services Online if you need help logging in.
Questions? Please contact OPM Retirement Services.


