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Open Enrollment

2026-2027 Plan Year

2026 State Agency Open Enrollment

Friday, May 15 - Friday, May 29 (closes at 11:59 p.m.)

Open Enrollment: Health Plans & FSAs

During the annual Open Enrollment period, you have the opportunity to change your health plan elections or enroll in a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). These elections are made in Cardinal.

Important Reminders
  • No Changes or Updates? If you are keeping your current health plan, do not need to add or remove dependent(s) coverage, and do not want an FSA, no action is required in Cardinal. Your health plan coverage will carry over automatically.
  • FSA Re-enrollment: Flexible Spending Accounts do not roll over. You must re-enroll every year to maintain this benefit.
  • Paper Forms: If you are unable to use Cardinal to make your elections, you may complete a paper enrollment form and submit it to your Benefits Administrator.

Make your Elections in Cardinal

Sign in to Cardinal at my.cardinal.virginia.gov to make your health plan and FSA elections during Open Enrollment. Need help logging in? Visit our Login Help page for login and registration assistance. 

Step 1: Begin Open Enrollment

Navigate to your Cardinal HCM Homepage and click the Benefits tile to access your benefits information. Click Benefits Enrollment and press Start to begin your Open Enrollment.

Step 2: Review Your Benefit Plans

Review your available health plans and select your coverage, add or remove dependents, and enroll in an FSA if desired. 

Step 3: Submit Your Enrollment

Once your selections are complete, you must click the Submit Enrollment button to finalize your elections. You will receive a confirmation email the following day.

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Open Enrollment Resources

Open Enrollment Video
How to video: Making your Elections in Cardinal
ESS How to Make Open Enrollment Elections
Printable, step-by-step Cardinal job aid
DHRM 2026-2027 Open Enrollment
DHRM Resources and Forms
Spotlight on Your Benefits
Official Annual Health Benefits Enrollment Information
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