If you are a UK expatriate living in Canada, you may be wondering what to do with your UK pension. The answer? Consider transferring it to a Qualifying Recognized Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) in Canada. Introduced in 2006, QROPS has been a well-established method of pension transfers for those moving overseas. Let’s explore the key [&hellip

Retirement planning is a crucial aspect of financial stability, and for individuals looking to transfer their UK pensions to Canada, understanding the differences between defined benefit (DB) and defined contribution (DC) schemes is essential. In this blog, we’ll delve into the distinctions between DB and DC pensions, shedding light on their unique characteristics and implications [&hellip

At Sterling Advisory, a successful QROPS transfer is just the beginning. We continue to work with our clients, making their needs a priority and helping them build a sound financial plan in Canada. But why is ongoing financial advice so important? First and foremost, life is unpredictable. Your financial situation can change at any moment, [&hellip

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It’s definitely worthwhile to investigate the advantages of a Qualifying Recognized Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) pension transfer. However, to complete a QROPS pension transfer, you must navigate many bureaucratic processes, and this is a job you should not undertake without expert help

If you hold a personal or company UK pension, and you’re a Canadian-resident taxpayer who will be living in Canada for at least 5 years a Qualifying Recognized Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS) transfer may produce significant tax benefits for you

If you transfer your UK pension into Canada, you must move the funds into recognized financial vehicles approved by the QROPS process. Depending on the circumstances, that would be either a RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) or a RRIF (Registered Retirement Investment Fund.)

If you transfer your UK pension into Canada, you must move the funds into recognized financial vehicles approved by the QROPS process. Depending on the circumstances, that would be either a RRSP (Registered Retirement Savings Plan) or a RRIF (Registered Retirement Investment Fund.)