Voluntary Early Retirement Authority – U.S. Office of Personnel Management

When an agency has received VERA approval from OPM, an employee who meets the general eligibility requirements may be eligible to retire early. The employee must: Meet the minimum age and service requirements – At least age 50 with at least 20 years creditable Federal service, OR; Any age with at least 25 years creditable Federal service;

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/voluntary-early-retirement-authority/