CONNECT with the CityFlexible Benefits Plan 2026
The City of San Diego offers an IRS-qualified cafeteria-style benefits program to all eligible employees. Eligible employees may choose the flexible benefits they want or need from a package of programs. The programs include medical, vision and dental insurance, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts to pay for out-of-pocket health or childcare expenses.
Learn how a New Employee or Newly Benefits Eligible Employee can enroll in benefits.
Learn how to report a Qualifying Life Event to make benefit changes.
Access Contact Information for your City benefits.
Access Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).
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Open Enrollment
Open Enrollment is October 23 – November 19, 2025, for coverage effective 1/1/2026.
Resources
Enroll and Make Changes
Between 10/23/25 – 11/19/25
- From Citynet, select the SAP Portal button located under Quick links
- Select the 2026 Open Enrollment tile
- The application will walk you through the steps for reviewing, changing, and confirming your benefits enrollment.
Dependent Verification
Submit by 12/19/2025
If you are enrolling a new dependent to your health plan, you must submit dependent verification documents (birth certificate, marriage certificate, etc.) to benefits@sandiego.gov. If you fail to provide dependent verification by Dec. 19th, your dependents could be disenrolled.
Benefits by Bargaining Unit (Union)
View your benefits by selecting your bargaining unit below.
