Apss251 2025

Show details

4.9 out of 5

58 votes

The document provides guidance for completing form APSS251, which is used by scheme managers to notify HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) about a pension scheme that qualifies as a Recognised Overseas Pension Scheme (QROPS). It outlines the types of schemes, regulatory requirements, and necessary information to be submitted, including details about the scheme's establishment, management, and tax recognition conditions. The document emphasizes the importance of keeping information up-to-date and renewing notifications every five years to maintain QROPS status.

Here's how it works

01. Edit your apss251 online

Type text, add images, blackout confidential details, add comments, highlights and more.

02. Sign it in a few clicks

Draw your signature, type it, upload its image, or use your mobile device as a signature pad.

03. Share your form with others

Send recognised overseas pension scheme via email, link, or fax. You can also download it, export it or print it out.

How to edit Apss251 online

Ease of Setup

DocHub User Ratings on G2

Ease of Use

DocHub User Ratings on G2

With DocHub, making changes to your documentation takes only a few simple clicks. Follow these quick steps to edit the PDF Apss251 online free of charge:

Register and log in to your account. Log in to the editor with your credentials or click on Create free account to test the tool’s capabilities.
Add the Apss251 for redacting. Click on the New Document option above, then drag and drop the sample to the upload area, import it from the cloud, or via a link.
Adjust your template. Make any changes required: add text and images to your Apss251, underline important details, remove sections of content and substitute them with new ones, and insert icons, checkmarks, and fields for filling out.
Finish redacting the template. Save the modified document on your device, export it to the cloud, print it right from the editor, or share it with all the parties involved.

Our editor is super easy to use and efficient. Give it a try now!

See more apss251 versions

We've got more versions of the apss251 form. Select the right apss251 version from the list and start editing it straight away!

Versions	Form popularity	Fillable & printable
2013	4.9 Satisfied (58 Votes)

be ready to get more

Complete this form in 5 minutes or less

Get form

Got questions?

We have answers to the most popular questions from our customers. If you can't find an answer to your question, please contact us.

What is an international transfer fee?

If youre performing an Overseas Transfer via: Pay to Account (Foreign Telegraphic Transfer) - This may take 1 to 3 business days depending on the recipients bank. Pay in Cash (Western Union Money Transfer) - This payment is instant.

When can I withdraw my QROPS?

We recommend that you obtain advice from a tax specialist. How can I withdraw funds from my QROPS account? Usually when you turn 55, which is the normal minimum pension age in the UK, you can begin withdrawing funds from your QROPS account if so desired.

What is an overseas transfer charge?

A charge to income tax that arises on certain transfers to a qualifying recognised overseas pension scheme (QROPS).

How long is an overseas transfer?

Potential tax efficiencies when taking retirement benefits are one reason people consider transferring to a QROPS. However, transferring a pension overseas can have important tax implications, both in the UK and the country where your QROPS is located. Because of this, its usually worth getting qualified tax advice.

Is QROPS a good idea?

The overseas transfer allowance It is important to be aware that the OTA is a separate allowance, which will be reduced by the value of any transfers into QROPS that you make from 6 April 2024.

What is the QROPS 5 year rule?

You need to be a non UK resident for 5 years to have the full benefits of the QROPS system. If you withdraw funds within these 5 years you are liable to UK tax.

What is a qualifying Recognised overseas pension scheme?

A qualifying recognised overseas pension scheme or QROPS is a type of pension scheme established outside the UK thats similar to a UK pension scheme. The similarity is based on criteria set out in UK legislation and it needs to be confirmed as eligible by HM Revenue Customs (HMRC).

Apss251 2025

Here's how it works