Retire on My LACERA (Recommended)
- To initiate your service retirement, log in to My LACERA and select Apply for Retirement to complete the step-by-step online retirement election process. (This is recommended as the fastest and easiest option.)
Need help deciding the best dates to retire? Refer to the Choose Your Date page.
If you prefer, you can download and submit your election form and other documents to LACERA by one of the following methods. Refer to the Ready to Retire page for an online election form and other forms you may need to submit.
- Upload on My LACERA
- Use the secure drop box at our 300 N. Lake location
- Fax to 626-564-6155
- Mail to LACERA at P.O. Box 7060, Pasadena, CA 91109-7060
Once you’ve completed and uploaded your paperwork, following are some additional steps you will want to take and things to keep in mind.