GitLab Inc (US) Benefits

GitLab Inc (US) benefits specific to US based team members.

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Clear benefits, real support

At GitLab, we believe team member Benefits should be simple to understand and there when you need them. From life’s big moments to everyday questions, our comprehensive coverage gives you clarity and confidence so you can focus on your work and life.

Whether you’re planning for the future, starting a family, caring for aging parents, or dealing with unexpected challenges, GitLab’s Benefit offerings are designed to support you at every stage of life—with comprehensive coverage and transparent information when you need it most.

In addition to the benefits below, all team members have access to the company-wide benefits.

2026 Plan year

As the costs of healthcare increase, GitLab strives to offer a competitive benefits program and maintain low costs for Team Members. For 2026, GitLab will continue to cover the majority of costs for your total benefits package.

2026 Open Enrollment

GitLab’s US Benefit Open Enrollment for Calendar Year 2026 will take place from 2025-11-03 through 2025-11-14.

This year is a passive enrollment, meaning your current benefits will automatically continue into 2026. However, FSA elections do not roll over - you must actively enroll in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Dependent Care FSAs each year, even if you are not making other changes.

To enroll in an FSA or make changes, log in to PlanSource between Monday, November 3, and Friday, November 14.

Please see additional information on the 2026 US Benefit Plans

  • Need help selecting a plan? Use the 2026 Flimp PlanSelect tool to help you find the plan that best fits you and your family’s needs.
  • Review the 2026 Benefits Memo for highlights and updates
  • Review the 2026 Benefits At A Glance for benefits overview
  • See the 2026 US Benefits Guide for a full review of the GitLab Benefit Plans
  • See the 2026 Cigna Formulary
  • See our 2026 Annual Rights Notices
  • See the Transparency in Coverage. These machine readable files are made available in response to the federal Transparency in Coverage Rule and include negotiated service rates and out-of-network allowed amounts between health plans and healthcare providers. The machine-readable files are formatted to allow researchers, regulators, and application developers to more easily access and analyze data.

2025 Plan Year Information

Quick Start Resources

Additional Important Documents, Archived Plans, Medicare Notices & Tax Documents

Medicare Resources:

  • Our plans are Medicare-creditable; check the 2025 Annual Notice if you’re Medicare-eligible
  • Visit medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227)
  • Contact your State Health Insurance Assistance Program

Getting Started with Your Benefits

You have 30 days from your start date to sign up for benefits through PlanSource (our benefits system).

Important: If you don’t choose a plan within 30 days, you’ll automatically get the Medical Waiver Allowance and won’t have other optional coverage.

For help understanding how benefits work, check out the PlanSource Video Library. You can also find payroll deduction details on our Accounting and Reporting page.

Who Can Get Benefits?

You’re eligible if you’re a full-time GitLab team member working at least 30 hours per week. Your benefits start on your first day.

You can also cover:

  • Your spouse or domestic partner
  • Your children up to age 26 (including adopted and stepchildren)
  • Adult children with disabilities who can’t support themselves
Important Notes & Domestic Partner Details
  • If you and an eligible family member both work at GitLab, you can only be covered once under our plans
  • For domestic partners: You’ll need to complete a Domestic Partner Affidavit (except during new hire or open enrollment). Domestic partner coverage may be taxable income and premium contributions may not be pre-tax eligible under Section 125

How to Enroll

Access PlanSource through your Workday profile:

  1. Login to Workday
  2. Click View All Apps → Personal Information app
  3. Scroll to External Links → select US Benefits Enrollment - PlanSource
  4. Complete your enrollment in the separate screen

Review the PlanSource Login & Enrollment Guide for step-by-step instructions.

ID Cards & Access

  • Cigna: Digital cards available through myCigna website and mobile app
  • Kaiser: Physical cards mailed within 3 weeks; digital cards available through the Kaiser online portal and mobile app

Qualifying Life Events

You can make benefit changes outside of open enrollment when you experience qualifying life events such as:

  • Marriage or divorce
  • Birth or adoption of a child
  • Spouse’s employment changes
  • Moving to a different state

Process: Log into PlanSource within 30 days of your qualifying event to submit changes with required documentation.

Health & Wellbeing: Complete Wellness Support

Medical Coverage

GitLab provides medical insurance through Cigna nationwide, with Kaiser options available for California and Hawaii residents. If you already have coverage elsewhere, you can opt out and receive a monthly allowance instead.

Need Help Choosing? Use the Flimp PlanSelect tool to find the right plan for you, or contact Cigna One Guide Service for personalized assistance walking through your options.

Medical Waiver Allowance

Already have group medical coverage? You can opt out and receive a $150 (in 2025 $300) monthly benefit allowance while still enrolling in dental, vision, and other benefits. You must actively waive medical coverage in PlanSource to receive this allowance. If you do not enroll in a plan within your benefits election period, you will automatically be enrolled in the Medical Waiver Allowance.

Cigna Medical Plans

Available to team members in all US states except Hawaii, with three coverage options. See plan details and monthly costs in the US Benefits Guide.

Plan Summaries

Cigna EPO

EPO: 2025 Summary) | 2025 SBC | 2026 SBC | 2026 Summary

RX Plan: 2025 Standard 3-Tier | 2026 Standard 3-Tier

*See Important Coverage Notes

Cigna High Deductible Health Plan

HDHP: 2025 Summary | 2025 SBC | 2026 SBC | 2026 Summary

GitLab HSA Contributions:

  • Team Member Only Coverage: $100 a month
  • Team Member + Spouse/Child/Family Coverage: $125

RX Plan: 2025 Standard 3-Tier | 2026 Standard 3-Tier

Cigna PPO

PPO: 2025 SBC | 2025 Summary | 2025 | 2026 Summary | 2026 Summary Utah | 2026 SBC | 2026 SBC Utah

RX Plan: 2025 Standard 3-Tier | 2026 Standard 3-Tier

*See Important Coverage Notes for details on Utah Network

Additional Cigna Resources
Important Coverage Notes

EPO Plan: Configured as PPO with limited out-of-network benefits ($10k/$20k deductible, $20k/$40k out-of-pocket max, 50% coinsurance). Consider PPO 500 or HSA plans if you need out-of-network coverage

  • Utah Members: Extended network PPO includes Intermountain Healthcare System
  • California, Alabama, New Jersey: HSA contributions are taxable at state level

Kaiser Medical Plans

Available to team members in Hawaii, California. Each state has its own Kaiser plan options. See coverage details and monthly costs in the US Benefits Guide.

Plan Summaries
Additional Kaiser Resources
  • Kaiser Telehealth: Access through Kaiser online portal
  • Chiropractic & Acupuncture: Northern CA Benefits | Southern CA Benefits
  • Infertility Coverage: California plans cover diagnosis/treatment at 50% coinsurance; Hawaii includes IVF consultation and procedures
  • Claims: 365 days to submit out-of-network claims

Dental Coverage

Comprehensive dental care through Cigna offers two coverage levels. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and costs.

Plan Summaries:

Vision Coverage

Vision care through Cigna in partnership with EyeMed. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and costs.

Plan Summaries:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Through New York Life Group Benefits, comprehensive support services available at no cost:

Services Included

Resources

Financial Security: Security You Can Count On

Basic Life Insurance & AD&D

GitLab provides company-paid basic life insurance valued at two times your annual base salary with a maximum benefit of $500,000, including equal AD&D coverage through Cigna/New York Life. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and costs.

Key Features
Additional Resources

Supplemental Life Insurance

Additional voluntary life insurance is available through Cigna. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and costs.

Resources

Evidence of Insurability & Leavers

If you choose supplemental life insurance above the guaranteed amount, you or your dependent may need to complete an Evidence of Insurability Form (EOI). You’ll be prompted during enrollment if this applies to you

If you leave GitLab: Supplemental life insurance isn’t included in COBRA and ends on your last day. You can continue coverage directly with Cigna, contact them for premium information and setup.

Disability Protection

Short-term and long-term disability insurance provided at no cost, replacing up to 66.7% of base salary for qualifying disabilities. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and coverage.

Disability Protection Resources
How to apply for Short-Term Disability

If you’re unable to work due to a qualifying disability, contact the Absence Management team at leaves@gitlab.com as soon as possible. See Sick Time reporting procedures The process:

  1. The Absence Management team will guide you through the application process. This will include: a. Providing you with filing options (online portal, phone, or paper) b. Providing NYLife with the employer eligibility intake information c. Sending you the Assignment of Benefits form

  2. After 12 weeks (maximum benefit period), you’ll need to determine if you can return to work

Returning to work: Email leaves@gitlab.com a physician’s Return to Work authorization at least 5 calendar days before your planned return date. Include any needed accommodations.

If you can’t return after 12 weeks: You’ll move to unpaid leave with the option to continue benefits through COBRA. You can also apply for long-term disability at this time.

NYLife Claim Process for Short-Term Disability

Step 1: Submit Your Short-Term Disability Application. Complete the claimant portion and have your physician finish the rest. You can either:

  • Send directly to NYLife (using the mail/fax number on the form), or
  • Return to leaves@gitlab.com who will submit it for you

Let the Absence Management team know which option you choose.

Step 2: NYLife Review Process

  • Within 3 business days, NYLife will contact you if they need additional information
  • They may also contact your physician (with your authorization) and verify details with Absence Management
  • Review begins immediately once they have your information

Step 3: Decision

  • If denied: NYLife will call to explain the decision, and Absence Management will process any owed pay
  • If approved: Both you and Absence Management receive confirmation with your approval date and estimated return-to-work date

Step 4: Final Processing Absence Management files all paperwork in Workday and processes the final decision.

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Comprehensive retirement savings with immediate eligibility and vesting. See the US Benefits Guide for plan details and coverage.

401(k) Plan Features

401(k) After-Tax Contributions with Automatic In-Plan Roth Conversion

You can make after-tax contributions with automatic Roth in-plan conversions. Follow these instructions to set up elections. You’ll need to call Fidelity at 800-835-5097 for automatic conversions.

See the Fidelity FAQ and our SageView webinar for details on benefits and considerations.

Important: After-tax deductions take priority over ESPP contributions. Calculate carefully to ensure you have enough funds for both if desired.

401(k) In-Plan Roth Conversion (Pre-Tax Source)

Convert money from pre-tax to Roth source within your 401(k) plan. Converted amounts are taxable in the year of conversion. Consult your tax advisor.

Questions & Support:

401(k) Rollover
  • Rolling into GitLab: Complete this form or call Fidelity at 800-835-5097
  • Rolling out of GitLab: Contact Fidelity directly for process details and find your account number under Settings > Accounts
401(k) Loans

Borrow up to 50% of your vested balance or $50,000 (whichever is less) at Prime + 1% interest.

  • Request online or call Fidelity at 800-835-5097
  • Repaid via ACH from your personal bank account
  • Note: Repaid with after-tax dollars (double taxation)
401(k) Committee

Our committee meets regularly with Fidelity to review plan performance:

  • Chief People Officer
  • Principal Accounting Officer
  • Director, Total Rewards
  • Director, Treasurer
  • Chief Legal Officer (observer)

Supporting Life Transitions

Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts

Tax-advantaged accounts to help manage healthcare and dependent care costs:

Health Savings Account (HSA)

GitLab contributes to your HSA each month: $100 for individual coverage and $125 for family coverage (team member + dependents). You must be enrolled in the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) to be eligible for HSA contributions and enrollment. Please see the US Benefits Guide for current year contribution limits.

HSA Details

Your HSA lets you set aside pre-tax money for qualified medical expenses, reducing your overall healthcare costs.

Key benefits:

  • Tax advantages: Contributions reduce taxable income, earnings grow tax-free, and withdrawals for medical expenses are tax-free
  • Flexible timing: Money rolls over annually and never expires—it’s yours forever
  • Investment options: Once your balance reaches the minimum, you can invest in mutual funds, stocks, and bonds
  • Future flexibility: At age 65, withdraw for any purpose without penalty (medical expenses remain tax-free)
HSA Account Rollover & Administration

Transferring from a previous HSA: Contact WEX (Discovery) at 866.451.3399 or customerservice@discoverybenefits.com to request a transfer form. Complete with your old provider’s account information, WEX will handle the rest.

If you leave GitLab: Your HSA stays with you forever. You’ll become responsible for the monthly administration fee once GitLab is no longer your employer.

Domestic Partner Coverage: If you’re not legally married, your domestic partner’s expenses aren’t HSA-eligible. However, if they’re covered under your family HDHP, they can open their own HSA. Both of you can contribute up to the full family maximum to your respective HSAs.

Mid-Year HSA Contribution Change

You can adjust your HSA contributions anytime throughout the year. Changes take effect on the 1st of the following month. Use the Qualifying Life Event Process and select “Mid-Year HSA Contribution.”

Front-loading contributions: Contact WEX directly to front-load your portion of HSA contributions. Remember to:

  • Include GitLab’s contribution in your calculation
  • Update your payroll deductions in PlanSource accordingly
  • Track your own maximum contribution limits (GitLab can’t monitor contributions made outside payroll)
Health Savings Account and Offboarding GitLab

Your HSA and all funds are yours to keep when you leave GitLab. You can continue using the money for eligible healthcare expenses at your next employer or let it grow over time.

WEX may charge management fees for direct account administration. Contact WEX (Discovery) at 866.451.3399, via live chat, or customerservice@discoverybenefits.com with questions.

Flexible Spending Accounts

FSAs let you pay for healthcare and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Set aside money from each paycheck based on your estimated annual expenses. Changes only allowed during open enrollment or qualifying life events. Please see the US Benefits Guide for current year contribution limits.

  1. Dependent Care FSA Covers childcare and eldercare expenses. Qualifying dependents: children under 13, disabled spouse, or parents needing care. Claims incurred through March 15, submitted by March 31.

  2. Medical FSA Covers medical, dental, vision, and over-the-counter medications. Cannot participate if you have an HSA.

  3. Limited Purpose FSA Covers dental and vision only. Available if you have an HSA.

Rollover Details for Medical and Limited Purpose FSA

Rollover funds from prior year won’t be available until 5-15 business days after March 31 of the current tax year (no later than April 22).

Contribution and Rollover Limits:

  • 2024: $3,200 max contribution, $640 max rollover
  • 2025: $3,300 max contribution, $660 max rollover

Important Notes:

  • Minimum $5 required for rollover; amounts $5 or less are forfeited
  • You can use rollover funds the following year, even if you don’t enroll in FSA again
Flexible Spending Accounts and Leaving GitLab

Medical FSA: Your account terminates on your last day unless you continue through COBRA. You can use your full FSA balance up to and including your last day.

  • COBRA option: Available if you’ve contributed more than you’ve spent
  • COBRA payments: Continue monthly contributions on post-tax basis
  • Claims deadline: Submit all claims within 90 days of termination

Dependent Care FSA: Cannot be continued through COBRA. Use funds for expenses through your last day only.

  • Claims deadline: Submit all claims within 90 days of termination

Questions? Contact WEX (Discovery) at 866.451.3399 or customerservice@discoverybenefits.com

FSA Period to Submit Claims

You have 90 days after the plan year ends to submit claims (known as the runout period).

Mid-Year FSA Contribution Changes

You can only increase FSA contributions during a Qualifying Life Event; reductions aren’t allowed. Additional funds can only be used for expenses incurred on or after your qualifying event date.

Example: If you originally elected $500 and increased it to $2,000 after getting married, you can only be reimbursed up to $500 for expenses before your marriage date. The additional $1,500 is available for expenses after your marriage.

Travel Health Reimbursement (HRA)

GitLab offers a Travel HRA benefit to reimburse transportation and lodging expenses when you travel for medical care not available within 100 miles of your home.

You and your dependents must be enrolled in a Cigna Medical Plan. Navia Benefit Solutions administers this benefit.

Reimbursement Amounts

  • Pre-tax account: Up to $2,100 for eligible travel expenses
  • Post-tax account: $900 for expenses exceeding the pre-tax limit
HRA Resources & Access

Additional Benefits & Resources

ARAG Legal Insurance with two plan options:

Network attorney fees 100% paid for most covered matters

Pet Insurance

MetLife Pet Insurance with flexible plans:

Educational Support

529 Savings Plans: Tax-advantaged education savings through ScholarShare 529 - call 800-544-5248 to enroll

Student Loan Support: Guidance and refinancing discounts through SoFi partnership

Team Member Discounts

PerkSpot Platform: Discounts on 10,000+ brands across 25+ categories

ADP LifeMart: Additional discount platform through ADP

  • Access: Log into ADP Workforce Now → MYSELF tab → Benefits → Employee Discounts - Life Mart

Commuter Benefits

Tax-advantaged transportation benefits through WEX (Discovery Benefits):

  • Up to $325/month for parking
  • Up to $325/month for transit
  • Funds roll over month to month
  • Mid-year Changes: Available through Qualifying Life Event process

Claims Periods

  • Active employees: 180 days after plan year
  • Terminated employees: 90 days after termination

Leave Policy & Accommodations

All Leave Types: Find complete information on US leave policies (including FMLA, CFRA, and state-specific leaves) on our Leave of Absence - US handbook page.

Parental Leave: See our Parental Leave information for policy details and application instructions.

Pregnancy Accommodations: You may need reasonable accommodations during pregnancy. For details on GitLab’s Pregnancy Accommodation policy, refer to our Individuals with Disabilities policy.

The U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) does not require payment for time not worked, such as vacations, sick leave or federal or other holidays.

Important Documents & Legal Notices

Required Notices

COBRA Continuation Coverage

If you leave GitLab, you may be eligible to continue medical, dental, and vision coverage through COBRA for up to 18 months.

COBRA Timeline Process
  1. Termination updated in Workday → PlanSource by next business day
  2. Information sent to WEX (Discovery Benefits) (our COBRA administrator) every Wednesday
  3. WEX has 14 days to generate and mail enrollment packet
  4. You have 60 days from receipt to enroll (coverage retroactive)
  5. 45 days from enrollment to bring payments current

Current Employees: Contact HelpLab for general COBRA questions

Former Employees: Contact WEX (Discovery) Benefits at 866-451-3399 for specific administration questions

Medicare Information

GitLab’s medical plans are CREDITABLE (page 9) for Medicare Part D purposes.

Medicare Resources

Tax Information

Access your 1095-C tax documents through PlanSource by logging in through Workday and selecting Documents → Tax Documents.

Contact & Support

Who to Contact & Claims Escalations

Having trouble with a claim? Our WTW Claim Escalation Services team is here to help when your benefit claim gets denied, delayed, or hits a roadblock. We’ll step in to manage follow-up calls and escalations so you can focus on what matters most. Reach us directly at BenefitsHelpline2@willistowerswatson.com

Your benefits support directory

GitLab retains the right to replace the provider or policy at any time and is not required to offer this benefit to those that may be ineligible. Any benefits provided under the plan do not impact the Team Member’s or GitLab’s rights to end the employment relationship.

Last modified December 1, 2025: Update Plan Summaries and SBCs (6ddb93f5)
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