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The end of STC retirees? Sofia Bettencourt Any retiree still doing STC work?  What is your view on the proposed changes at the end of 2026 and how they would impact retirees?  From what I heard: (1)... Read More
Mr. van Trotsenburg’s Presentation Thomas Colclasure I very much enjoyed Mr. van Trotsenburg's presentation at the conference.  Was it recorded for later review?  If so, where might I view the video? Thanks. Read More
Cigna US dental — issues outside network dentist Sabine Hader I am only retired for 1/1/2 years and I am using my out of network dentist for years now. Since retirement, Cigna started sending reimbursements to my dentist 3 out... Read More
Medical Billing Jeanette Murry I talked yesterday with a couple of people at the annual meetings who have had very similar experiences as mine. My example was a Doctor I visited 3 years ago.... Read More
Experience with the Wolf Group Rebecca Post Hello - we reached out to the Wolf Group to discuss tax planning. We are US citizens and have always done our own taxes. However, we are moving overseas, so... Read More
Aetna not accepting Medicare opt-out form Glenn-marie Lange I've been having trouble w Aetna honoring Medicare opt-out forms from my providers. Each provider has created their own opt-out form.  Sometimes Aetna honors the forms and pays, other times... Read More
US Mailing/POB address and forwarding service for US citizens living overseas? Violane Konar-Leacy Dear colleagues, I am a US citizen but reside overseas.  Does anyone have guidance on how to obtain a US mailing address through a service that would also reliably forward... Read More
Green card process — taking longer? Haruko Koide Dear all, My name is Haruko Koide and I retired from the WBG in September 2024.  I was G4 during my time at the WBG, and I submitted my green... Read More
US Citizen, Net Plan, Tax Question wb82992 Hello everyone. I recently retired (July 2025) and was wondering about taxes for this year (2025) and next year (2026). Since this year I worked 7 months, I assume that... Read More
Maryland tax pension exclusion for 65+ year old Mariusz Sumlinski Could anyone please clarify if Maryland's tax pension exclusion of up to $34,300 per annum if 65 or older applies to the WB pension?  The exclusion is not applicable to... Read More
The Fourth Quarter Mindset – Joy of Building a Happy Life Naseer Rana I have embarked on a project to write a book that will provide practical advice on building a happier life after retirement. I am working with Manuscripts Inc. and have... Read More
Pre-Approval for medical procedures Morallina George The 1818 Health Insurance Committee is seeking your help to understand  better the challenges of getting "pre-approvals" for major medical procedures and/or getting necessary equipment (post accidents or surgeries).  If... Read More
QUICK QUESTION ON PENSION TAXES Alberto Chueca Mora Hi everyone, A retiree from the Bank since 2010 as a regular staff, I am now seriously considering to move back to Spain, my Country of birth and a significant... Read More
Job Openings: Agr Economics Consultant et al Preeti Ahuja Dear Colleagues - Please see below consultant openings at a Unique Land Use GmbH a consulting firm based in Germany.  The Managing Director (Johannes Woelcke) is a former WB colleague. ... Read More
Request for Help with Medical Claim Submission Karl Krueger My Name is Karl Krueger.  During my time at the Worldbank from 1988 through 1998, my wife Rita and I were good friends of Karl Jahr and his wife Ute.... Read More
Aetna /SilverScript approval of Covid 19 vaccine booster? Julie Halperson Hi everyone - I was advised that I should get the booster before I travel overseas (leaving in 2 weeks). I think I can get one at CVS in Virginia,... Read More
Question on Conversion of WB 401(k) – Pre-tax savings to Roth IRAs Post-tax savings Preeti Ahuja Colleagues on Net Pension Plan -  Has anyone converted their pre-tax 401(k) savings to Roth IRA.  Could you please share your experience and contact of your CPA/CFP Advisor? If you... Read More
Parking at WB buildings Mariusz Sumlinski Does the WB allow retirees to park at the buildings? If so how does one arrange for that? Thank you! Read More
Quarterly reports Dung Kim Pham How can I access past quarterly reports. I clicked on the issue number; a small circle was running but no information came out. Thank you! Read More
Retiree ID Rajeev Gopal Hi Can I get a WBG retiree ID thanks Rajeev Read More