Yes. You must be registered with the State of Washington or another state that registers domestic partnerships in order to include your partner as a family member on your insurance. Registration is handled by the Secretary of State’s office. In Washington, you can register by mail, but the forms must be notarized.

Does Washington State recognize domestic partnership?

In Washington State, State Registered Domestic Partners (SRDPs) have the same rights provided by the state as their opposite-sex married peers. Domestic partnerships are not recognized under federal immigration law.

Does Cigna allow domestic partners?

We have a close and committed personal relationship and we are each other»s sole domestic partner not married to or partnered with any other spouse, spouse equivalent or domestic partner. We have provided true and accurate required documentation of our relationship.

What is a registered domestic partner in Washington State?

Under City of Seattle Ordinance 117244, Domestic Partners are defined as any two people who: Are both 18 years of age or older. Are not married. Are not related to one another by blood in a manner that would bar their marriage in Washington State.

How do I end a domestic partnership in Washington State?

To end a domestic partnership, you must follow the same procedures as ending a marriage. That means filing a dissolution action in state Superior Court and getting a court order dissolving your domestic partnership.

Do you get domestic partnership coverage in Washington State?

If you work for a state or local government in Washington State, your employer must offer the same coverage to your domestic partner that it offers to married couples. Federal employees, however, do not get coverage for partners.

Is the federal government required to provide domestic partner benefits?

It’s important to note that companies are not required by federal law to provide domestic partner benefits even if they offer coverage to married couples, but some states and municipalities do mandate that businesses offer coverage to unmarried couples.

Do you need insurance to be a domestic partner?

If health coverage or other benefits are provided to married spouses through an insurance policy, such benefits must also be provided to registered domestic partners. This is because insured plans are subject to the state insurance code. No formal amendment to group policies is required.

Where can I get full domestic partnership rights?

To see where exactly these benefits are offered, check the laws of the state, and then search for which city/county/townships provides these rights; and The “All In” States: These states offer full domestic partnership benefits throughout the state: Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, Vermont, Washington.