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Wake up your pensions

Important information - please keep in mind that the value of investments can go down as well as up, so you may get back less than you invest. Pension transfers are a complex area and may not be suitable for everyone. Eligibility to invest in a SIPP and tax treatment depends on personal circumstances and all tax rules may change in the future. You cannot normally access money in a SIPP until age 55 (57 from 2028).

Bring them together in one place

If you’ve got pensions spread across different providers, moving them to Fidelity could help you take control and get your money working harder. You'll also receive £150 to £1,500 cashback, as a thank you from us, if you apply to transfer by 21 October 2024. Exclusions, T&Cs apply.

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Our SIPP is a flexible, tax-efficient way to save for your retirement. Learn more about how you could benefit by bringing your pensions together.

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Get £150 to £1,500 cashback if you apply to transfer by 21 October 2024. Exclusions, T&Cs apply and can be found below.

Transfer now

If you're ready to transfer you can do this online, or if you prefer, download an application form.

Why a Fidelity SIPP

We’ll take good care of you. Here’s just a few of the benefits and services you’ll be able to enjoy when you bring your pensions together with us.

Investment choice

Access to one of the UK’s most extensive fund ranges, as well as shares, investment trusts and exchange traded funds - giving you more ways to meet your goals.

Secure online account

A single view of your investments, so you can more easily see what you have, where you’re invested and how your money’s performing, and take action if you need to.

Guidance and advice

Know that we’re here for you. We’ve plenty of information and tools on our website, but our dedicated teams are also on hand for extra support when you need it.

Retirement support

You’ll also have access to our retirement specialists who can support you with detailed knowledge of pension regulations, allowances, tax implications, income options and pension transfers.

Expert insights

We’ll keep you updated with the latest market news and views and what this means for your money. Opt in to receive direct to your inbox through our ‘Preference centre’ at the bottom of this page.

Additional benefits

Automatically qualify for our Wealth Management service, including exclusive event invites and your own Relationship Manager, when you invest over £250,000 with us or use our ongoing Advice service.

Cashback offer

Receive £150 to £1,500 cashback dependent on how much you transfer - based on the combined value of all eligible transfers.

Total Transfer Value

Cash Back Amount

£25,000 - £49,999

£150

£50,000 - £99,999

£350

£100,000 - £249,999

£500

£250,000 - £499,999 

£750

£500,000 - £749,999  

£1,000

£750,000 or over

£1,500

We’ll also cover up to £500 if your current provider charges exit fees (T&Cs apply).

When will I receive my cashback?

Your cashback will be paid directly into your Cash Management Account within 90 days following the closure of the offer (21 October 2024). If your transfer hasn’t completed by then, we will pay your cashback within 90 days after the completion of your last eligible transfer. 

Cashback offer - terms and conditions

The maximum cashback we’ll pay is £1,500 but not all customers will receive this amount. The actual cashback you’ll receive is dependent on the total value of your transfer. The minimum amount you must transfer to be eligible for cashback is £25,000. If you move your assets to another provider within 18 months of completing your transfer, Fidelity reserves the right to recoup any payment which was made to you as part of this offer.

The offer is valid for qualifying applications received between 16 July 2024 and 21 October 2024.

Full terms and conditions

Apply to transfer

Before taking the next step, please read the following important information.

The value of investments can go down as well as up, so you may not get back what you originally invest. It’s important to understand that pension transfers are a complex area and may not be suitable for everyone. Before going ahead with a pension transfer, we strongly recommend that you undertake a full comparison of the benefits, charges and features offered.

The normal minimum pension age (NMPA) is the earliest age most people can start withdrawing money from their pensions. After 6 April 2028, some people may retain the right to draw benefits before age 57 depending on the rules of the transferring pension scheme. You should check this with your current provider before transferring. Learn more about the NMPA. Please also read our pension transfer factsheet, our offer T&Cs and our exit fee T&Cs. You may also wish to download our guide to moving investments.​

This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular product, service or course of action. If you are in any doubt about whether or not a pension transfer is suitable for your circumstances we strongly recommend that you seek advice from one of Fidelity’s advisers or an authorised financial adviser of your choice.

Ways to transfer

There are two ways you can transfer a pension. You should read the differences as it could have an impact on your investments. Regardless of which method you opt for, your cash or investments will remain in your tax wrapper and retain tax-efficiencies throughout the transfer process.

Transfer your pensions as cash - the assets in your old pension will be sold and the proceeds transferred to your Fidelity SIPP as cash. While your pension is being transferred, it won’t be subject to any potential growth or losses from market rises and falls. Average transfer time is 10 days if your provider uses an electronic transfer system but it could take longer if they don’t. See steps involved in a pension cash transfer

Transfer your pensions as they are - with this option (re-registration) you can keep the same investments in your existing pension as long as they're available on our platform, otherwise it will be sold and transferred to us as cash. You can check if the fund is available on our platform here. Before you apply, it’s best to check with your current provider that they can re-register your investments to us. Depending who they are, you may not be able to make any changes to your investments while they’re being transferred. Allow an average of 14 weeks. See steps involved in a pension re-registration transfer

Before you go any further

If any of the following apply to you, you MUST speak to one of our retirement specialists before starting your pension transfer.
 

  • Your pension has any safeguarded benefits or guarantees.
  • You’ve taken all or part of your tax-free allowance or pensions commencement lump sum.
  • You’re already taking an income from your pension, known as drawdown.
  • If the pension plan being transferred is subject to any existing or proposed bankruptcy, earmarking, pension sharing order or other receiving order, you should notify Fidelity of this as soon as possible

Start pension transfer

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Call us

If you’d like to discuss transferring a pension or would like us to send you an application form.

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Transfer online

To find out what you need to consider before you transfer, please read the factsheet.

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Transfer by post

Whether you already have a SIPP with Fidelity or not, download the relevant application form, fill it in and return it to the address on the form.

Need more time to decide if transferring is right for you?

Leave your name and email address by completing the form below and we'll notify you when our next SIPP cashback offer begins.

Our award-winning approach

We don’t like to blow our own trumpet, but it's nice when someone else does. We’re also proud to be a Which? Recommended Provider for Self-Invested Personal Pensions – four years running.​

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Transferring your pension FAQs

How do I transfer my pension?
What is the difference between pension fund value and transfer value?
How much does it cost to transfer a pension?
Should I consider moving my pension when I move jobs?
Can I transfer if I have taken retirement benefits from my pension?
How long does it take to transfer my pension?
Will you help pay my exit fees?
Is there a minimum transfer value?
What types of pension can I transfer?
Can I transfer a pension with guarantees to Fidelity?
What are safeguarded benefits?
What are ‘other benefits’?
What should I do if I still want to proceed with transferring my pension?
How long will it take to get my cashback payment?

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Important information - This information is not a personal recommendation for any particular investment. If you are unsure about the suitability of an investment you should speak to one of Fidelity’s advisers or an authorised financial adviser of your choice.