How do I contact Arizona state retirement?
To reach the ASRS during available business hours, call:
- 602-240-2000 from within metropolitan Phoenix.
- 520-239-3100 from within metropolitan Tucson.
- 800-621-3778 from outside the Tucson and Phoenix areas.
What is a ASRS account?
For more than 50 years, the Arizona State Retirement System has provided retirement security to Arizona's public servants, including teachers, municipal workers and other government employees.
Do Arizona state employees get a pension?
Unlike many states' plans, Arizona's public workers don't have a vesting period — meaning they're eligible to gain the right to pension contributions from their employer upon enrolling in the system. However, benefits and refundable contributions available to members will vary depending on a member's years of service.
Can I withdraw money from ASRS?
You may withdraw your funds in cash and pay all taxes and penalties, or you may rollover your funds to another qualified retirement program. This option is also known as a Forfeiture.
How do I contact ASRS?
To reach the ASRS during available business hours, call:
- 602-240-2000 from within metropolitan Phoenix.
- 520-239-3100 from within metropolitan Tucson.
- 800-621-3778 from outside the Tucson and Phoenix areas.
At what age can you retire in Arizona?
How long do you have to work for the state of Arizona to get a pension?
Generally speaking, an employee must be hired to work a minimum of 20 hours per week, for a minimum of 20 weeks per fiscal year in order to qualify for membership.
Can you borrow from your Arizona state retirement?
State law prohibits borrowing from your ASRS pension account. The CARES Act, however, does provide for increased access to retirement plan loans and in-service withdrawals in response to participants' need for cash in this time of economic uncertainty created by the COVID-19 pandemic.