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Annuity Payment Options

Use the information provided on this page to choose the retirement benefit payment option that fits you best.

ET-2321
Form Active Employee / Retiree

Beneficiary Designation - Alternate

If you wish to specify who shall receive a primary beneficiary’s share of a death or life insurance benefit if a primary beneficiary is deceased, you must use this alternate beneficiary designation form.

ET-7282
Form Active Employee / Retiree / Other Benefit Recipient

Direct Deposit Authorization

Authorize ETF and the financial institution you name to deposit funds such as annuity payments directly into your bank account.

Department News
Apr 23, 2025 2:30pm

Annuitants Conference on May 13-14

WRS officials will provide updates during the Wisconsin Coalition of Annuitants online conference. Know how to register.

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Brochure Active Employee

Your Benefit Handbook

This handbook provides general information about benefit plans administered by ETF and does not contain complete information for all benefits. Use this handbook as an overview and contact your employer’s benefits office for specific information applicable to you.

ET-2207
Brochure Active Employee

Buying Other Governmental Service

You may be eligible to increase your WRS benefit by purchasing the time you worked for non-WRS public employers at the federal, state, or local level.

WRS News Online for Employees
Aug 29, 2024 8:00am
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Two Ways to Actively Manage WDC Investments

Regardless of your age or level of experience, here are two ways you can actively manage your WDC investments for retirement readiness.