20 CFR 217.3
§ 217.3 Need to file an application.
United States · 20 CFR — Employees' Benefits · Status: effective
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In addition to meeting other requirements, a person must file an application to become entitled to an annuity or lump sum. Filing an application will—
(a) Permit a formal decision on whether the person is entitled to an annuity or lump sum;
(b) Protect a person's entitlement to an annuity for as many as 12 months before the application is filed; and
(c) Provide the right to appeal if the person is dissatisfied with the decision (see part 260 of this chapter).
Legislative history
This is a federal regulation, adopted through agency rulemaking under the Administrative Procedure Act — not enacted by a recorded vote of Congress.