16/07/2026
From 6 April 2027, the funds remaining in your pension when you pass away will be included in your estate for Inheritance Tax (IHT) purposes.
In many cases, your pension pot could be taxed twice, with some beneficiaries also being charged Income Tax when they access the funds.
As a result, up to 67% of the funds remaining in your pension when you pass away could go to HMRC, leaving beneficiaries with less than a third of the value.
Keep reading to learn more about why some pensions could be exposed to double taxation from April 2027 and discover six tips for passing on your wealth tax-efficiently.
From April 2027, inherited pensions could be taxed twice. Learn why your pension could fall into the 67% tax trap and how to pass more to loved ones