Technical Information for QROPS

Here are a number of useful websites providing information on QROPS:

1. HMRC FAQS. The HMRC website, particularly the useful HMRC Frequently Asked Questions site, addresses any technical questions relating to the transfer of your UK Pension Fund to a QROPS.
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/pensionschemes/faqs.htm

2. The Office of Public Sector Information is at the heart of information policy, setting standards, delivering access and encouraging re-use of public sector information. The following document defines the regulations and requirements which govern overseas scheme establishment.
http://www.opsi.gov.uk/si/si2006/uksi_20060206_en.pdf

3. Global Investor Glossary. The International Pension market and the regulations surrounding them are filled with abbreviations and terminology, this site is extremely useful in enhancing understanding:
http://www.finance-glossary.com/pages/home.htm

4. HMRC Government Actuary Tables. Tables and instructions to determine the basis amount for calculating the maximum income from unsecured pension funds and alternatively secured pension funds.
http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/pensionschemes/gad-tables.htm

5. Site provides information on the Government Actuary's Department and its work. GAD produces tables of annuity rates mentioned in 4, however policy responsibility for this area rests with HM Revenue & Customs.
http://www.gad.gov.uk/

Useful Links