How Much Of My Pension Can I Withdraw
How Much Of My Pension Can I Withdraw
When it comes to withdrawing from your pension, its rules and limits solely rely on the kind of pension plan you have and the set of rules governing it. In some Pension Schemes, you are only allowed to withdraw twenty-five percent of your lump sum contribution while the remaining is used for buying of annuity.
Note that it is important to understand the specific rules in your community or under the pension plan as they influence how much you can withdraw and the implications associated with the Pension Scheme Plan.
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How Much Can I Withdraw From My Pension
Government Employee Pension Fund(GEPF) members are only allowed to withdraw a percentage of their retirement contribution or savings when the two-pot retirement system is implemented. The system will only allow members to access a quota of their savings. It only allows its members to make withdrawals per year provided the minimum balance reaches the threshold of R2,000.
At What Age Can Someone Begin To Withdraw From Their Pension Scheme
To get access to your pension scheme one must obtain the age of 55 and above to be able to access his or her pension scheme.
Necessities Needed For Withdrawal
- A copy of the completed withdrawal form
- Original certified copy of your ID or Passport
- Completed form of ACB Bank Particulars
Legitimate Copies of Documentation of Proof Of Retirement
- Proof of termination of service is required
- For early retirement, a copy of an approval letter which should be signed by the Head Of the Department
- Discharge due to medical health conditions stating it reason for discharge
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Contact Details
- Toll-free number: 08 00 117 669
- Fax: 012 326 2507
- Email: enquires@gepf.co.za
- Postal Address
- GEPF Private Bag X63, Pretoria, 0001
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