Marriage

The effective date for your benefit changes will be the first day of the month following the date of the marriage.

Only certain changes to NCFlex benefit plans are permitted due to marriage. Review the “Marriage” section on this NCFlex table to see which changes are permitted.

If you get married and want to request changes to your benefits, you must provide documentation in support of your request. Acceptable documents include your choice of either a legal marriage certificate and joint tenancy documentation (pg. 3), or page 1 of your 1040 federal income tax return from the previous year.

Important Note: Joint tenancy documentation is not required if you have been married for less than a year. If choosing a 1040 tax return form, it must be from the previous year. If not available, the year prior will be accepted if it is accompanied by a letter from the IRS indicating you have an extension.

Taxes

Marriage can lead to the need for updating both federal and state tax withholding exemptions. Visit the University Payroll website to make withholding changes and to estimate your tax liability.

Legal Matters

If you currently participate in the pre-paid legal plan, services such as family law, real estate matters, wills and estate planning may be available to you at a reduced cost. Visit the Metlife Legal Plan website and use password 2660010 to put your plan to work.

Name and Address Change

Visit the MyPack Portal to make address changes through the Employee Self Service area. Name changes require documentation and can be made with your department’s HR representative.