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From the CEO – December 2025
With Open Season ending soon, there’s only one week left to ensure your 2026 health plan truly fits your family’s needs for the year ahead.

AIP Credit/Debit Card Payment Option Restored
The credit card payment option for AIP plan premiums has been restored. You may now make payments online via the member portal.

FSBP Partners with Yongin Severance Hospital
The Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) proudly welcomes our newest direct billing partner, Yongin Severance Hospital, located in Yongin, South Korea.

FSBP Partners with Bahrain Specialist Hospital
The Foreign Service Benefit Plan (FSBP) proudly welcomes our newest direct billing partner, Bahrain Specialist Hospital, located in Manama, Bahrain.

AIP Credit/Debit Card Payment Option Currently Down
The Credit/Debit Card payment option is temporarily unavailable until further notice

From the CEO – November 2025
As the holiday season approaches, many of us find ourselves busy preparing for festivities and planning for the coming year. This month also marks the beginning of Open Season, an excellent opportunity for you and your family to review your benefits and explore how to maximize them for 2026.

From the CEO – October 2025
Open Season is quickly approaching for federal employees, retirees, and annuitants. AFSPA is preparing to participate in numerous Open Season briefings and benefits fairs across the country and around the world, as well as host several informative webinars. This season highlights the importance of staying informed about your health by getting the flu vaccine and keeping in touch with AFSPA for updates on benefit enhancements and changes.

Extended Phone Hours from October 1 to December 31, 2025
We are pleased to announce that we’ve extended our customer service phone hours. From October 1 to December 31, 2025, our dedicated health benefits officers will be available to assist you from 7 AM to 7 PM ET with questions about the Foreign Service Benefit Plan.