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Recent changes to UK pension legislation means that many expats can benefit from much greater flexibility at retirement using Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes or QROPS.Many UK Expatriates are unaware that changes to pension rules were brought in by the British Government to allow greater flexibility in transferring pensions and to remove some restrictions and regulations. A particular advantage to such a pension transfer to an overseas pension scheme can remove the requirement to purchase an Annuity and may have further tax advantages.
Introducing Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes or ‘QROPS’
Since April 2006, individuals intending to leave or those who have already left the UK, and who have left behind private or work pension benefits can benefit from a QROPS Transfer. HM Revenue & Customs introduced QROPS “Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Schemes” which allows a non-UK resident to transfer their frozen pension outside of the UK and the restrictive pension rules.
This has led to many UK Expats contacting their advisers for further information on how to improve their retirement options. Pension transfers under QROPS are a tax-efficient way to greatly enhance pension opportunities. Leaving frozen pension in the UK has very restrictive tax rules for UK expats to consider, and we at Spectrum IFA have been advising expats across Europe on QROPS solutions that fit their individual requirements. In some circumstances however it may not be appropriate to transfer your pension, each case is treated on its merits and a full review is undertaken.
Does QROPS apply to me?
If you answer yes to the following questions then it is worthwhile seeking a full expert appraisal of your pension benefits:
question are there any social services benefits payable to me in spain i.e. carers allowance .. Most people I have spoken to {retired} as we are put all these allowances in place before retiring to spain and kept an accommodation address in GB usually a non c/o one and no person receiving benefits living there. If no allowances are legally payable why not ?????? we paid in the same stamps etc as everyone receiving benefits in GB.
question are there any social services benefits payable to me in spain i.e. carers allowance .. Most people I have spoken to {retired} as we are put all these allowances in place before retiring to spain and kept an accommodation address in GB usually a non c/o one and no person receiving benefits living there. If no allowances are legally payable why not ?????? we paid in the same stamps etc as everyone receiving benefits in GB.
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