### Question
What is the definition of normal retirement age?


### Answer
The definition of **normal retirement age** is as follows in *29 U.S.C. § 1002*:

> the earlier of—


(A) the time a plan participant attains normal retirement age under the plan, or


(B) the later of—


(i) the time a plan participant attains age 65, or


(ii) the 5th anniversary of the time a plan participant commenced participation in the plan

#### Citation:
  - *29 U.S.C. § 1002*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 17-COMPREHENSIVE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS > SUBCHAPTER I-PROTECTION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFIT RIGHTS > Subtitle A-General Provisions**

