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G.E.H.A federal benefits support during Open Season

G.E.H.A | November 2, 2026

Benefits guidance seven days a week.

More opportunities to connect with benefits experts.

During Open Season, G.E.H.A federal benefits experts (FedVisers) offer expanded availability to answer questions and help you make informed benefits decisions. Support will be available seven days a week, including weekends and the day after Thanksgiving. Extended weekday hours begin November 30, with additional support available until midnight Eastern time on December 14.

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View FedViser availability throughout Open Season below.

Before Open Season
Standard availability through November 8

Dates Days Open hours
Through November 8 Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET
Through November 8 Saturday–Sunday Closed


During Open Season
Weekend support begins November 9; weekday hours expand November 30

Dates Days Open hours
November 9–29 Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET
November 9–29 Saturday–Sunday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
November 30–December 13 Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–10 p.m. ET
November 30–December 13 Saturday–Sunday 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
December 14 Monday, final day 8 a.m.–midnight ET


Holiday and post-Open Season hours
Holiday exceptions and the schedule beginning December 15

Dates Days Open hours
November 26 Thursday, Thanksgiving Closed
November 27 Friday, day after Thanksgiving 8 a.m.–5 p.m. ET
December 15 and onward Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–8 p.m. ET
December 15 and onward Saturday–Sunday Closed
 

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