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Junior SIPP
Start saving just a small amount now on behalf of a child to make a real difference to their future.
Important information - the value of investments can go down as well as up, so you may not get back what you invest. Eligibility to invest in a Junior SIPP depends on personal circumstances and all tax rules may change in the future. Withdrawals from a Junior SIPP will not normally be possible until the child reaches age 55 (57 from 2028).
Giving your child a head start
A tax-efficient way to build a retirement nest egg for your child. The Junior SIPP allowance for the 2024/25 tax year is £3,600, and you have until 5 April 2025 to use it.
Begin saving today
Make a single payment or pay later through a regular savings plan starting from just £20 a month. Friends and family can gift money too.*
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*To pay in a total of £100 to your Junior SIPP, you will only need to contribute £80, and the government will pay the other £20.
How a Junior SIPP works
How much can you save?
- Contribute up to £2,880 a year and the government will add £720 basic tax relief (20%) taking the total up to £3,600
- Make a single payment online via debit card, bank transfer and cheque
- Start a regular savings plan from just £20 a month, or request a third party payment
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- Get expert guidance emails and articles to help you invest
- Receive a statement and valuation every six months to help keep track of your investments
- Manage your Junior SIPP 24/7 online or on our app
Let’s get started
You can open a Junior SIPP for a child if you are their parent or guardian. The account is held in the child’s name and the child must be under the age of 18.
Open a Junior SIPP
You can open a Junior SIPP and then choose to make a single payment, request a third party contribution or start a regular savings plan.
Transfer a Junior SIPP
Transferring a Junior SIPP can help you track your savings and plan for your family’s future more effectively.
What funds have investors been buying?
Every month we take a look at where our customers have chosen to invest. It's a good place to start if you're looking for inspiration for your own portfolio.
Your Junior SIPP checklist
Please print, complete and post the Junior SIPP form below.
You will need:
- Bank or building society details of everyone who intends to pay into the Junior SIPP
- The code or name of any investments in the Junior SIPP
Junior SIPP FAQs
How do I pass a Junior SIPP on to my child?
Control of a Junior SIPP will automatically pass down to the Child when they reach the age of 18. However, withdrawals from the account are not usually possible until they turn 55 (57 from 2028).
Why start a pension for your child?
We can't tell you whether setting up a pension for your child is the right choice for you as everybody’s circumstances are different and the value of investments can go up and down, but Junior SIPPs could help your child get the retirement you want for them. Junior SIPPs are a very tax-efficient way of saving and the money is locked away safely so the child usually can't withdraw until they reach the age of 55 (57 from 2028).
How much can I pay into the child’s pension?
You can put up to £2,880 into your child's pension each year, and the government will add 20% tax relief on top of this bringing the total to £3,600
Important information: This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of a Junior SIPP for your personal circumstances, you should speak to one of Fidelity’s advisers or an authorised financial adviser of your choice.
Your Junior SIPP checklist
If you’re ready to proceed, you'll need:
- Your National Insurance number
- If the child is 16 or above - Junior's National Insurance number and their agreement to the tax relief declaration. The child must be present to provide their confirmation.
Once the account is open, you’ll be able to contribute by:
- Making a single payment via debit card, bank transfer or cheque
- If you want to set up regular contributions by direct debit or request payment from a third party, a form will be available to download at the end of the application.
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