- Cohabitating: The domestic partners must live together in a committed, mutually supportive relationship.
- Financial interdependence: The domestic partners must share financial responsibility for each other's basic living expenses.
- Emotional commitment: The domestic partners must demonstrate an emotional commitment and intention to remain together in a long-term relationship.
- Legal recognition: In some jurisdictions, domestic partners may be required to have a legally recognized relationship, such as a civil union or domestic partnership, although in some cases, this may not be necessary.
It's important to note that the specific criteria for domestic partners may vary depending on the employer's policies and the laws of the jurisdiction where they live. Employees who have a domestic partner should contact their employer's human resources department or insurance carrier for more information about eligibility requirements and the process for adding their partner to their health insurance plan.