Jurisdiction Comparison
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It is very important in financial planning to select the best product(s) for customers based on their objectives. There are many features which make up a pension product, some more important than others.
The table below provides a comparison of important features within a pension product under different jurisdictions.
| Gibraltar | Australia | New Zealand | United Kingdom | Malta | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contribution Limits | No Limit | 110,000 AUD | No Limit | 40,000 GBP | No Limit |
| Lifetime Limit | No Limit | 1.6 Million AUD | No Limit | £1,073,100 | No Limit |
| Investment Options | Open Architecture | Blue Chip | Blue Chip | FCA Standard Assets | Open Architecture |
| Age to access benefits | Age 55 | Age 55 | Age 55 | Age 55 | Age 55 |
| Flexi-Access Drawdown | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Double Taxation Agreements | 0 | 45 | 38 | 133 | 71 |
| Income Tax at Source | 2.50% | 0%* | 0%** | Up to 45% | Up to 35% |
| Tax on Death Benefits | No | No | No | Marginal Rate > 75 | No |
* 0% tax will generally apply on income stream and accumulation withdrawals, where the tax was applied on transfer, and the preservation rules are met.
Please Note:
Clients under the age of 60 within an accumulation account can withdraw up to the low rate capped amount tax-free currently $210,000.00 for 2020-2021.
** 0% tax will only apply if the prescribed investor rate = 0%
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