Pensions

Build a pension for
the future you want

MG Capital pensions combine generous tax relief, flexible investment options and award-winning online management — making it straightforward to save for the retirement you deserve.

Why choose an MG Capital pension?

We make saving for retirement simple, tax-efficient, and rewarding — with features designed around you.

Generous Tax Relief

Get 20% tax relief as a basic rate taxpayer — meaning a £800 contribution becomes £1,000 in your pension. Higher and additional rate taxpayers can claim even more through Self Assessment.

Flexible Contributions

Pay in a regular monthly amount, make lump sum contributions, or both. Pause, increase or decrease contributions at any time — your pension, your rules.

Wide Investment Choice

Access MG Capital's full fund range — from cautious multi-asset portfolios to focused equity funds — or choose a ready-made portfolio matched to your risk profile.

Online Management

Track your pension value, switch funds, update contributions and view your projected retirement income — all via our app or online portal, available 24/7.

Types of pension we offer

Choose the pension type that best fits your employment status, goals, and desired level of control.

Personal Pension
From £50/month

A straightforward, flexible plan ideal for the self-employed or anyone wanting to top up their workplace pension. Government tax relief added automatically.

  • 20% tax relief added automatically
  • Pause or change contributions anytime
  • Perfect for the self-employed
  • Wide investment fund choice
Open a Personal Pension
SIPP
Full investment control

Our Self-Invested Personal Pension gives you the widest investment choice — the full MG Capital fund range plus third-party funds. Ideal for experienced investors.

  • Widest investment choice available
  • Full MG Capital fund range included
  • Third-party fund access
  • Ideal for experienced investors
Explore our SIPP
Planning a secure retirement
Your retirement, your future
"The sooner you start saving into a pension, the longer your money has to grow — and the more tax relief you receive along the way."
25% Tax-free cash at retirement
£60K Annual allowance
55+ Minimum access age

How pension tax relief works

One of the biggest advantages of a pension is tax relief. The government effectively tops up your contributions by the amount of income tax you pay — making pension saving one of the most tax-efficient things you can do.

For basic rate taxpayers, every £80 you contribute becomes £100 in your pension. Higher rate taxpayers can reclaim an additional 20% through their Self Assessment tax return, and additional rate taxpayers can claim a further 5% on top of that.

You can contribute up to 100% of your earnings (or £60,000, whichever is lower) per year and still receive tax relief — subject to the Annual Allowance.

Tax BandYou Pay InTax ReliefTotal in Pension
Basic (20%)£800£200£1,000
Higher (40%)£600£400£1,000
Additional (45%)£550£450£1,000

Higher and additional rate taxpayers must claim the extra relief via Self Assessment. Basic rate relief is added automatically.

How to get started

Opening an MG Capital pension is straightforward and takes just a few minutes online.

1

Create your account

Register online or in the MG Capital app in under 5 minutes. You'll need your National Insurance number and basic personal details.

2

Choose your pension type

Select a Personal Pension, SIPP, or enquire about a Workplace Pension. Our questionnaire helps you choose the right option.

3

Pick your investments

Choose a ready-made portfolio matched to your risk profile, or build your own from our full fund range.

4

Set up contributions

Decide how much to pay in and whether you'd like to consolidate any existing pensions. We'll handle the transfer process.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Annual Allowance?

The Annual Allowance is the maximum amount you can contribute to all your pensions in a tax year and still receive tax relief. Currently it stands at £60,000 per year (or 100% of your earnings if lower). If you exceed this, you'll face a tax charge on the excess.

Can I transfer my old pension to MG Capital?

Yes. We can consolidate your old workplace and personal pensions into a single MG Capital pension, making it easier to manage. We recommend checking for any valuable guarantees (such as defined benefit benefits or guaranteed annuity rates) before transferring, as these can be valuable and may not be replicated elsewhere.

What happens to my pension if I stop working?

If you stop working, you can still keep your pension invested and it will continue to grow. Even if you're not earning, you can still contribute up to £3,600 gross per year (£2,880 net) and receive basic rate tax relief. You simply won't have any employer contributions.

At what age can I access my MG Capital pension?

The current minimum pension access age is 55, rising to 57 in 2028. You can begin taking benefits from your pension at this age, whether or not you've retired. Up to 25% can typically be taken tax-free, with the rest taxed as income.

Is my pension safe with MG Capital?

MG Capital is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Your pension assets are held separately from MG Capital's own funds by independent custodians, so they are protected even in the unlikely event that MG Capital ceased trading. The FSCS also provides protection for eligible claims up to certain limits.

Start your pension today

The best time to start saving for retirement was yesterday. The second best time is now.