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Statutory transfer process decision tree: transcript

Appendix 1: Statutory transfer process decision tree

This is a transcript of the decision tree intended as supporting material for the guidance on dealing with transfer requests.


  1. Is condition one met?

    • Yes – Proceed with the transfer.
    • No – Go to 2.

  2. Is the receiving scheme occupational?

    • Yes – Go to 3.
    • No – Go to 4.

  3. Is there sufficient evidence of an employment link or overseas residency?

    • Yes – Go to 6.
    • No, failed to provide evidence – Refuse the transfer.
    • No, insufficient evidence – Direct member to MoneyHelper.

  4. Is the transfer to an overseas scheme?

    • Yes – Go to 5.
    • No – Go to 6.

  5. Is there sufficient evidence of overseas residency?

    • Yes – Go to 6.
    • No, failed to provide evidence – Refuse the transfer.
    • No, insufficient evidence – Direct member to MoneyHelper.

  6. Are there any red flags?

    • Yes – Refuse the transfer.
    • No – Go to 7.

  7. Are there any amber flags?

    • Yes – Direct member to MoneyHelper.
    • No – Proceed with the transfer.