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Under a transfer order, do I need to set aside my retirement sum before my ex-spouse can receive their entitlement?

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Source: https://www.cpf.gov.sg/member

The transfer of CPF savings to your ex-spouse can take place without you setting aside your retirement sum* first. This gives your ex-spouse certainty over the amount they can receive and they can use them immediately for approved purposes such as housing, investment and education. Your ex-spouse may also withdraw the CPF savings when they are entitled to.

In the event of a transfer of CPF savings upon the making of housing refunds pursuant to a disposal of the property, the Board will first transfer the amount to your ex-spouse. Thereafter, the remaining refunds will be used to make up your retirement sum, up to your applicable Full Retirement Sum. Any balance refunds will then be paid to you. 

*Only applies to members aged 55 and above.

This information provided here is sourced from the CPF website.


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