Proof-of-Age and Lawful Presence

Proof-of-Age and Lawful Presence documents are needed when applying for retirement or notifying MOSERS of a death

You must submit one proof-of-age and lawful presence document for yourself and one for your spouse (if applicable) with your retirement application (unless you apply online and indicate that you have a valid Missouri Driver’s License or Missouri Identification Card).

  • Original U.S. Birth Certificate (with embossed, raised seal issued by state or local government)

OR, a photocopy of one of the following:

  • Valid Missouri Driver’s License or Missouri Nondriver ID
  • U.S. Passport (valid or expired)
  • U.S. Certificate of Citizenship
  • U.S. Certificate of Naturalization
  • U.S. Certificate of Birth Abroad

IF MARRIED, submit a legible copy of:

  • Spouse’s proof-of-age and lawful presence document (see above)
  • Marriage Certificate