What is deferred compensation and the New York Deferred Compensation Plan? IMPORTANT: Do not complete this application if you wish to withdraw from your 457 account.You must complete the 457 Emergency Withdrawal Application. Benefit payments may be made in the form of a full withdrawal, partial withdrawals or periodic payments. Here's an overview of how to fill out a 457 retirement plan application for New York State. Membership and Contributions. Consider using Retirement Online to reinstate an earlier tier of membership, transfer your membership, or withdraw from NYSLRS. To apply, fill out the Self-Certification Unforeseeable Emergency Form (PDF) and return it to us via mail.