Get Dos Ds-5156 2021-2026

Filling out the DoS DS-5156, Common Law Marriage Declaration Form, is an essential step for employees wishing to enroll their common law spouse in the Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) Program. This guide provides you with a clear and structured approach to ensure accurate completion of the form online.

Follow the steps to complete the form with confidence.

1. Click ‘Get Form’ button to obtain the DS-5156 and open it in the online editor.
2. Input your full name in the 'Employee Name' field. Ensure that it matches the name on your official documents.
3. Fill in your spouse's full name in the 'Spouse Name' field. Accuracy is important for consistency across documentation.
4. Enter the date of marriage in the format mm-dd-yyyy. Be sure to double-check the date for correctness.
5. Provide the place of marriage. This typically includes the city and state where the marriage occurred.
6. Indicate the length of cohabitation by entering the duration in years and months.
7. List all addresses where you and your spouse have lived together. This should be a comprehensive list.
8. Answer whether you and your spouse are regarded as married by your neighbors, friends, and relatives by selecting 'Yes' or 'No.'
9. Respond to whether you have been previously married. If yes, complete the additional details regarding previous marriages.
10. Similarly, provide details regarding your spouse's previous marriages, if applicable.
11. Review the warning section to understand the implications of providing false information.
12. Sign the form in the 'Employee Signature' field to certify that all information provided is truthful.
13. Attach required documentation. This may include either the front page of your most recent tax return or proof of residency and financial interdependency.
14. Once you have filled out all sections, you can save your changes, download the form, print it, or share it as needed before submitting it to the HR Service Center.

Complete the DoS DS-5156 online today to ensure your common law spouse is enrolled in health benefits.