Apers termination refund application 2026

The document outlines the procedures and implications for members of the Arkansas Public Employees’ Retirement System (APERS) who have terminated their employment and are eligible to request a refund of their contributions. It details the processing times for refunds, eligibility criteria, and the importance of service credit towards retirement benefits. Additionally, it explains the options for rolling over payments to IRAs or employer plans, tax implications associated with these transactions, and provides instructions for completing the refund request form.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the apers termination refund application in the editor.
Begin by filling out Section I, Member Information. Enter your Social Security Number, name, date of birth, mailing address, and daytime phone number.
Proceed to Section II, Member Election. Here, select your preferred distribution method for your payment (either 'Paid to Me' or 'Paid in a Direct Rollover'). Ensure you read the accompanying notices before signing.
In Section III, Employer Certification, have a representative from your employer’s payroll department complete this section to confirm your employment termination details.
If opting for a direct rollover, complete Section IV with the rollover trustee's information. The trustee must verify that they accept rollovers and provide their details.

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Do you get a refund if you withdraw an application?

Withdrawing the Application Withdrawal of your application is not grounds for a refund.

What is paw in apers?

Partial Annuity Withdrawal (PAW) This optional benefit allows you to receive up to 60 months of your monthly annuity as a lump sum. The number of months eligible for PAW will be determined by how many full months of service credit you earn after you are eligible for an unreduced monthly benefit.

How long do you have to work for the state of Arkansas to be vested?

Retirement Program Founded in 1957, APERS provides retirement, disability, and death benefits. Participating employers include state departments, all counties, over 100 municipal entities, and school districts. Employees become vested after completing five years of service providing a secure income in retirement.

How to withdraw a refund application?

A functionality has now been implemented for the taxpayer, to withdraw an already filed refund application, by filing Form GST RFD-01W (until the Refund Processing Officer issues an acknowledgement in Form GST RFD-02 or a deficiency memo in Form GST RFD-03).

Can a refund be cancelled?

A refund is directly related to a Credit/Debit Card Deposit and can only be made up to the amount of the original deposit. A withdrawal is an independent transaction, limited only to the customers account balance.