ARF / AMRF
An Approved Retirement Fund gives you more control over how your retirement fund is managed. An ARF allows you to remain invested in the market with the ability to control your investment and take a flexible income in retirement.
How does an ARF work?
An ARF works by allowing you to invest all or part of your pension fund after you retire. You can decide on the type of fund you would like to invest in, and the amount of risk you’re comfortable with. With an ARF you can still withdraw from your fund on a regular or ad hoc basis (subject to income tax and USC. PRSI may also apply). But it’s worth remembering that since your pension fund is still invested, its value may go down as well as up.
What do I need for an ARF?
To set up an ARF you must have a guaranteed pension income of at least €12,700 per annum or have invested €63,500 in an Approved Minimum Retirement Fund (AMRF) and/or Annuity. This minimum requirement for an ARF is the current Revenue limit and may change in future.