Benjamin Sharvell

January 9, 2026

How to Manage a UK Pension While Living in Vietnam

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Benjamin Sharvell

Expert financial planner specialising in wealth management for expats

Moving to Vietnam doesn't mean losing access to your UK pension — but it does change how you should think about managing it.

Staying informed on your existing pension

Most UK pension providers allow you to keep contributing and managing your pension from overseas, though some processes (like ID verification) can take longer when done remotely.

Currency and tax considerations

Since your pension is paid in GBP but your living costs are in VND, currency movements directly affect your real income. It's worth reviewing how much currency risk your current setup carries.

When a transfer might make sense

A transfer isn't right for everyone, but for some expats consolidating UK pensions into a structure built for international living can simplify things significantly. This is always a case-by-case decision.

If you're unsure what's right for your situation, an independent review of your existing pensions is a good place to start.

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