ACERA periodically conducts ACERA Benefit Recipient Certifications for retirees of a certain age, as well as those living outside the USA, to help ensure that we have accurate records and that benefit payments continue to reach the right people.

These certifications are a common practice among public pension systems. They help us confirm that our contact information for you is current and that your monthly benefit can continue without interruption.

If you or your legal representative receives an ACERA Benefit Recipient Certification notice from ACERA asking you to verify your status, please know that it is a legitimate request. Responding promptly ensures there’s no disruption in your benefit payments.

How It Works

1. You receive a Benefit Certification Letter or email from ACERA’s Internal Audit Department.
2. Follow the instructions in the letter to complete the enclosed Benefit Certification form.
   • If the benefit recipient has passed away, please indicate this on the form and attach the death certificate, if available, with your response.
   • If your address has changed, please update your new address on the form.
   • If you are the representative of the benefit recipient, please ensure that you complete the corresponding section on the form.
3. Mail or email the form to ACERA within 30 days to avoid disruption to your benefit payments.

Questions

If you have questions about a notice you received, feel free to contact us.