Add My Dependents

The article provides guidance on adding dependents to an employee profile during open enrollment for benefits. Employees are encouraged to proactively add their dependents by accessing the Benefits tab and clicking on "+Add Dependent." A video tutorial and an interactive guide are available for assistance. Required information includes the dependent's first name, last name, date of birth, gender, and relationship. To edit or remove a dependent, users can hover over the name in the Dependents table and use the corresponding icons. Note that changes may require administrative approval, and the delete option may be restricted if the dependent is enrolled in a benefit plan. This resource aims to facilitate the management of dependent information effectively.

  • Jun 19, 2026
  • Knowledge

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Add My Dependents
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This feature is included in the Core, Pro, and Elite packages.

How do I add my dependents?

Purpose: During open enrollment for benefits, your employer will need to also identify your dependents. Take action now and be a step ahead by adding your personal dependents to your employee profile. This video will show you how to add or update your dependents at any time.

Do you prefer hands-on learning? Our interactive guides will guide you through different aspects of your BambooHR experience. We have an interactive guide specifically designed to show you how to add your dependents. You can use the link below to access this guide. All you need to do is modify the "REPLACEME" with your BambooHR subdomain, and you can get started!

https://REPLACEME.bamboohr.com/home?pendo=u1UqHOJZNocUBXw_boO3eAT68lM&step=DpfMamibHk1WHk78oRKRqt6gZEA

Depending on how your administrator has configured your account, updates and changes to your dependents' information may require approval before they can appear on your employee profile.

To add a dependent, navigate to the Benefits tab on your employee profile. Scroll down to the Dependents table and click +Add Dependent.

Charlotte Abbott - Benefits

Enter the dependent's information in the pop-up modal. When updating or adding information about a dependent, some fields may be required depending on which benefits feature your company is using. Regardless of which feature your company uses, it is recommended to complete all fields to ensure data accuracy.

  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Date of Birth
  • Gender
  • Relationship (Spouse, Domestic Partner, Child, Foster child, or Step child)
Charlotte Abbott - Benefits

To edit a dependent's information, hover your cursor over the dependent's name in the table and click on the pencil icon. If applicable, click on the trash can icon to remove a dependent.*

The delete option will not be available if the dependent is currently enrolled or scheduled to enroll in a benefit plan.

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