France's statutory retirement age varies according to your date of birth. It is 62 for those born between 1955 and August 31st, 1961.Employees born in 1955 or later can retire at the age of 62. For preceding generations, this age differs according to the year of birth. The part of the proposal that has gotten the most public attention is a gradual increase in the retirement age from 62 to 64. Any person living in the United States must make his or her request for French retirement benefits at a local US Social Security office. Contact the Employee Benefits Department at (408) 970-2600 or toll free at (800) 541-7749 to obtain a CalPERS Direct Authorization Program form. Those who started working from the age of 14 to 19 will be allowed to get early retirement, as will people with major health issues. County of Santa Clara, Employee Benefits Department Fax: 408-277-0318. Recognized in "Colleges That Change Lives," Ohio Wesleyan was founded in 1842 with a commitment to liberal arts education, diversity, and service.