Category Archives: Expat Pensions

The Quick Guide to Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pensions Schemes (QROPS)

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Mike

QROPS (Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pensions Schemes) are a great way for you to enjoy tax breaks and have greater control of your pension fund if you are planning to retire overseas, compared to leaving your funds in the UK. And … Continue reading →

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Telegraph Campaigns for Pension Equality

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Mike

I am pleased to note that the Telegraph newspaper has added its weight behind the campaign for expat UK pension equality.  It now has a dedicated section in Telegraph Expat under the personal finance section.

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Pension Parity Thailand

Posted on November 8, 2010 by Mike

British expat pensioners living in Thailand have formed “Pension Parity Thailand” which is a group affiliated to the International Consortium of British Pensioners. The inaugural meeting(s) of the Thailand group were held in Pattaya on the 19th and 22nd August … Continue reading →

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UK State Pensions News

Posted on October 27, 2010 by Mike

The state pension could be increased to about £140 a week under Government plans to ensure everybody has a “decent” income in retirement. Or at least that’s what the BBC News and the Independent newspaper are reporting.  Good news if … Continue reading →

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British Expat Pensions-Cheaper to Uprate?

Posted on October 2, 2010 by Mike

An article from Leah Hyslop in the Telegraph entitled, “Cheaper to Uprate Frozen Pensions,” caught my eye recently. The piece highlights nicely the current campaign being waged by the Pension Parity  and the International Consortium of British Pensioners(ICBP) to uprate … Continue reading →

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