Malawi Pension & Retirement Gratuity Calculator
Calculate your accumulated pension fund balance (15% total statutory contributions), tax-free 50% lump-sum retirement gratuity, and monthly programmed annuity in Malawian Kwacha (MWK).
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Frequently Asked Questions (Statutory FAQs)
What are the mandatory pension contribution rates under the Malawi Pension Act 2011?
Every employer with 5 or more employees must contribute at least 10% of the employee basic salary, while the employee contributes a mandatory 5%, making a total minimum monthly statutory contribution of 15%.
How much of my accumulated pension can I withdraw as a cash lump sum upon retirement?
Under the Pension Act, a retiring member is entitled to commute up to 50% of their total accumulated pension credit as a tax-free cash lump sum (retirement gratuity). The remaining 50% must be used to purchase a life annuity or programmed withdrawal.
At what age can an employee access retirement pension benefits in Malawi?
The statutory normal retirement age is 55 or 60 years as defined in company rules, with early retirement permissible from age 50 or on certified medical grounds.
Are employee pension contributions tax-deductible in Malawi?
Yes. Employee statutory pension contributions up to allowable statutory caps are deducted from gross income before calculating MRA PAYE income tax.
What happens to pension contributions if an employee changes jobs?
Pensions in Malawi are fully portable. When leaving an employer, the accumulated pension credit is transferred to the new employer registered pension scheme or retained in an approved National Pension Fund.