1.  Use the online Retirement Benefit Estimator in MyRetirement on the Retirement Systems
     website: 

• To create an Account and generate your own benefit estimates for DROP or normal retirement: MyRetirementLogin

2.  Determine whether you plan to Retire or Enter DROP

• If you are considering DROP entry, please review the “Understanding DROP” and “DROP Counseling” presentation ---- BEFORE attending an individual retirement appointment.

3.  Approximately 6 months prior to intended DROP Entry

• Contact the Retirement Systems Office to obtain a Benefit Estimate
• If you wish, schedule an appointment: Call 703-279-8200 or email retirementquestions@fairfaxcounty.gov      

4.  At least 60 days prior to DROP entry return the completed DROP application:

• Return your completed DROP entry forms in person or return them via mail. If you choose to drop them off during our walk-in hours of 11:00am-2:00pm, Monday – Friday, one of our staff can verify that all the requested information is complete so your application can be processed without delay.

            *** YOU MUST MAKE YOUR JOINT AND SURVIVOR ELECTIO AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION FOR DROP ENTRY ***

5.  45-60 Days after DROP Entry Date:

• Welcome to DROP Letter and Calculation Worksheet will be mailed to you within this time frame.
• DROP Statements are available through MyRetirementLogin, the secure internet portal on the Retirement Systems website.

6.  DROP Exit Arrangements should be made 60 days or more prior to your retirement/DROP exit date.
     DROP members must exit the DROP no later than 3 years after DROP entry.