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Thinking of transferring your British pension to NZ? An important update on those moving goalposts.

21/11/2016

 
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In April 2016, GBPensions reported on upcoming changes to New Zealand pension legislation, restricting withdrawal benefits of any UK pension funds that might be transferred under the QROPS (Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme) regime. These proposals would have drastically affected the amounts that could be accessed and when.
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The "top line" of these proposals meant that, instead of being able to withdraw approx. 30% of the transferred fund at age 55, members would only be able to take less than 10% at that age.

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Journey to NZ Citizenship. Part 2 - Blending in with the locals

11/11/2016

 
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In the second of three blogs, British expat Lizzie Brandon considers a few of the quirks of settling in to a new Kiwi life.

If you've just made the move from the UK to NZ, I hope you're settling in well.

Having emigrated from Bedford to Auckland in 2008, it's easy to forget the "novelties" of when we first arrived.


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A Disclosure Statement for GBPensions' Authorised Financial Advisers is available without charge or obligation.
A UK pension transfer to a SIPP or NZ QROPS may not be relevant or appropriate in all instances. The decision whether to transfer or not is complex. It is important to consider the benefits, risks and disadvantages before determining if a UK pension transfer is suitable. GBPensions recommends that all clients seek independent financial and tax advice, personalised to their individual circumstances.

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