Frequently Asked Questions > Who is eligible for COBRA > Is a domestic partner eligible for COBRA coverage?
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COBRA coverage need be offered only to Qualified Beneficiaries. A qualified beneficiary is defined as a covered employee, spouse, or dependent child. Since domestic partners are not recognized as legal spouses under Federal law, they are not entitled to COBRA rights.
Last updated on September 21, 2010 by Steve