ISA Transfers

You should complete the ISA transfer application and send it to us.
We will forward your request in writing to your existing ISA manager.
Your existing ISA manager will send a “transfer form” to us, accompanied or followed by the transfer payment. If the payment cannot be sent at the same time, your existing ISA manager will advise us when it will be sent.
When we receive the money from the existing ISA manager we will send you a certificate showing your benefits.

You should complete the ISA transfer application and send it to us.
We will forward your request in writing to your existing ISA manager.
Your existing ISA manager will send a “transfer form” to us, accompanied or followed by the transfer payment. If the payment cannot be sent at the same time, your existing ISA manager will advise us when it will be sent.
When we receive the money from the existing ISA manager we will send you a certificate showing your benefit
How to transfer

You should read this page if you are looking to transfer an ISA from another provider to a Metfriendly ISA.

How to transfer

Complete the relevant ISA transfer application form below and send it to us in the post to: Metfriendly, Central Court, Knoll Rise, Orpington BR6 0JA (contact us and we can send you a form if you are unable to print one).
If you haven’t already opened or paid into a Metfriendly ISA in the past two tax years you will also need to complete an application form for the ISA you wish to transfer into.
Once we have received your form we will do the rest and keep you informed throughout the process.
When your ISA has been transferred, we will send you your certificate.

Please note that the process may take up to 14 days.

Download your transfer application form

Transfers with £2,000 or above can be moved into our Lump Sum ISA.

LUMP SUM ISA TRANSFER

Transfers with a value of at least £500 can be moved to our Monthly Savings ISA.

MONTHLY SAVINGS ISA TRANSFER

If you are looking to transfer funds into our Lifetime ISA, you can find the rules around doing this along with our transfer application form in the “What are the rules on ISA transfers into my Lifetime ISA?” section.

Transfers from another Lifetime ISA into Metfriendly can also be actioned.

LIFETIME ISA TRANSFER

For any questions or further options, please contact us to discuss your transfer.

Why choose Metfriendly?

It’s easy to transfer to Metfriendly – so be sure to find out just what your ISAs are earning and ask yourself if you’re getting the most out of your hard-earned savings.

When it comes near to the new tax year, newspapers are full of ads from banks promising very enticing rates of return on their ISAs. But hidden in the small print you may find that this rate applies to the first year only. After that the rate may plummet to something less than attractive. And remember you may have your ISA or ISAs sitting there for years.

Metfriendly’s Lump Sum ISA is a Stocks and Shares ISA and as such does not offer an annual ‘rate’ but instead adds annual bonuses and an extra final bonus when you cash it in (after three years or more).

The bonus rates depend on a number of factors, but in general they reflect Metfriendly’s long-term investment returns. You can see the past performance of our ISAs here.

While it is impossible to predict the future you can see illustrations of how our Lump Sum ISA works here.

Why transfer?

You can easily transfer your ISA(s) from your current provider to Metfriendly should you in any way feel dissatisfied with your returns or other aspects of your plan(s).

It may pay to check your current ISA rates and contracts as many high street providers offer great rates of return in the first year to attract customers only to drop them right down after this. As a fair and transparent financial services provider, Metfriendly does not engage in this practice. All our current ISA rates and past performance are clearly stated, while subsequent bonus rates depend primarily on the performance of our investments.

It’s easy

In many cases people don’t bother to transfer their ISAs as it seems too much effort. In fact the transfer process is very easy and quite straightforward, and may end up being a very good financial move.

Can I transfer my existing ISA to the Metfriendly one?

Yes, please read the following guidance carefully and if you wish to proceed with a transfer to us, just complete the Transfer Application Form and return it to us.

If you don’t currently hold an ISA with Metfriendly or if you do and have not contributed in the current or previous tax years, please also complete one of our online application forms.

What types of ISAs can I transfer to Metfriendly?

You can transfer any type of ISA to Metfriendly. However please note the Government would apply significant penalties should you choose to transfer over a Lifetime ISA into any other ISA outside of the Metfriendly Lifetime ISA.

How much can I transfer?

All or part or none of your contributions in previous tax years; and
All or none (but not just part) of your contributions so far in the current tax year.

What happens if the money was saved in previous tax years?

You can transfer some or all of your ISA money saved in previous tax years to our ISA without affecting your current year’s annual ISA investment allowance.

For example – let’s say you have a total of £9,000 saved in Cash ISAs from previous tax years, and you plan to invest your full year’s ISA allowance of £20,000 into our Investment ISA. In the same tax year, you are allowed to transfer some or all of the £9,000 to our ISA, without breaching the maximum limits.

Can I add to the transferred ISA?

Yes, but if your transfer includes any contributions from the current tax year, you must deduct that amount from the maximum you are allowed to contribute. Within that maximum, if you wish to make more contributions immediately, or start making regular payments, apply online (Lump Sum ISA) or complete the normal application (Lump Sum ISA or Monthly Savings ISA as appropriate) and send it to us at the same time as the transfer form.

Can I transfer another ISA to you if I already have one with Metfriendly?

Yes, just complete the Transfer Application Form on its own and send it to us.

I am not sure about Stocks and Shares. How safe is your ISA - say, compared to your other savings plans?

Our ISA is invested in the same way as our other with-profits products. The fund is invested in a mix of equities, commercial property, bonds and cash.

I have already paid into a Stocks and Shares ISA. Can I take out one with you next April?

Yes. Most providers will automatically continue taking regular payments, so if you want to switch provider next tax year, you should contact your existing provider and cancel any standing instructions before April 6th. If you pay lump sums, your previous provider may assume you are still eligible to invest with them – if you start a new lump sum ISA with us, you must not forget about it and subscribe to your previous provider later in the tax year.

I want to make regular savings into your ISA. Do I have to commit to a set amount?

No. Unlike our other savings plans, which include an element of life assurance, our ISA is flexible. What you pay each year, whether by lump sum or monthly savings (or both), is only limited by the general ISA rules. You can vary or suspend monthly payments with complete freedom and no penalty.

Can my partner take out an ISA with you?

Yes. They have their own ISA allowance, even if they are not working. If you have used all your ISA allowance, then it makes sense to use their allowance too. But any money they subscribe must be their own.

Can my child take out an ISA with you?

Children over 18 can take out plans with the Society (see Eligibility for more information). We also offer a Junior ISA whereby an adult can save or invest on behalf of a child. We also have a regular savings plan for young children, called the Children’s Saving Plan.

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