What is an unforeseeable emergency withdrawal?
Federal regulations define an unforeseeable emergency as a financial emergency resulting from illness, accident, or property loss to you or your dependents resulting from circumstances beyond your control. Payments can only be made to the extent that your qualifying expenses are not covered by insurance or money available from other sources. The process prescribed by law to qualify for an unforeseeable emergency withdrawal request is as follows: Step One: Complete the Unforeseeable Emergency Withdrawal form. You can download a copy of the Unforeseeable Emergency Withdrawal Form or call the HELPLINE to speak to a Representative, who can assist you to determine whether your situation is likely to qualify for an Emergency Withdrawal. Step Two: You must prove that you have used other available savings and liquid assets and any insurance to satisfy the emergency. Step Three: Submit proof that you have incurred this financial loss. Step Four: The Plan’s Administrative Service Agency will det