How do I unlock my TSP account?
James Craig
Published Apr 05, 2026
Forgot or lose your TSP account password? Visit the My Account section of TSP.gov or call the ThriftLine at 1-877-968-3778. If you lose your PIN, you can request a new one on the ThriftLine.
What is the penalty for pulling out of TSP?
The taxable portion of your withdrawal is subject to federal income tax at your ordinary rate. Also, you may have to pay state income tax. An additional IRS early withdrawal penalty of 10% may apply if you’re under the age of 59½.
Can I empty my TSP account?
To request a withdrawal, log into My Account and click on the “Withdrawals and Changes to Installment Payments” link on the menu. From there you’ll have access to an online tool with which to start your withdrawal.
How many tsp millionaires are there?
TSP Millionaires as of June 30, 2021
| Account Balance | Number of Participants | Average Years of Contributions |
|---|---|---|
| $500k-$749k | 212,110 | 23.12 |
| $750k-$999k | 99,708 | 25.23 |
| ≥ $1 million | 98,879 | 28.28 |
| Total | 6,134,105 | 10.68 |
Why can’t I log into my tsp account?
Clear browser history to fix login issue If the “Log In” button doesn’t work and you return to a blank login screen after you input your correct user ID and password, try clearing website history and cookies before you log in again. Follow instructions for the browser you use: Chrome.
How do I recover my TSP ID?
If you’ve forgotten your user ID, you may be able to recover your user ID online. Go to secure.tsp.gov to access My Account. Select the link, Recover user ID. Enter your TSP account number.
Go to secure.tsp.gov to access My Account. Select the link, Reset password. Enter your user ID. Change the selection to enter your TSP account number.
Why is there a hold on my TSP account?
Consider adding a “hold” on loan and withdrawal requests. When you place a hold on your account, any pending or new request related to loans or withdrawals will not be processed. You can still access your account normally and manage your savings through interfund transfers and changes to your contribution allocation.
Why can’t I log into my TSP account?
When can I withdraw from TSP?
age 59½ or older
Age-based in-service withdrawals are withdrawals that you can make from your TSP account when you’re age 59½ or older. We determine your age based on the date of birth reported by your employing agency or service. If that date is incorrect, you must ask your agency or service to change it.
What happens when your Social Security number is stolen?
Millions of Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, birthdays and addresses were stolen. Spyware and malware insinuated onto individual computers can record the user names and passwords people use to bank, shop or pay bills online.
Are there any insurance plans for identity theft?
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