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Aviva pension fees and charges

Product record reviewed: 2026-04-29 · Fee schedule checked: 2026-09-11 · Source: provider fee page

Direct answer: Aviva charges 0.35% on investments up to £500,000 (whole pot), 0% above £500,000. On a £100,000 pot that is £350/year in annual provider/platform fee, and on a £500,000 pot it is £1,750/year. Fund charges and product-specific caveats may apply.

Fee model
0.35% on investments up to £500,000 (whole pot), 0% above £500,000
Tiered percentage (whole-pot, capped) · SIPP available · Workplace available
Annual representative charge by pot size
Annual figures displayed to the nearest pound. Representative provider/platform charge. Fund charges and adviser charges may be additional unless the provider note says they are included: Varies by investment; check the selected fund’s current charges
Note: Consumer Aviva SIPP pricing is shown. Eligible account balances can be aggregated. Cash is excluded from the investment charge, but Aviva retains part of the interest earned. Fund dealing is free; UK share, ETF and investment-trust trades cost £4.99. Investment costs remain separate. Workplace, adviser-platform and legacy policy terms may differ.

The consumer Aviva SIPP uses an investment charge of 0.35% on the first £500,000, giving a maximum £1,750 annual charge for a constant invested balance. Eligible investments across the relevant Aviva accounts are combined for the charge. The table assumes only the pension is held. Workplace, adviser-platform and legacy contracts need their own schedules.

Strengths
  • +No fund dealing charge
  • +Investment charge capped at £1,750/year
Limitations
  • –Fund costs are additional
  • –UK share, ETF and investment-trust trades cost £4.99
Details
Fund range1,500+ funds plus UK shares, ETFs and investment trusts
Minimum investment£50/month or £500 lump sum
Typical fund OCFVaries by investment; check the selected fund’s current charges
SIPP/direct pensionSIPP available
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What are Aviva pension charges in 2026?

Aviva's representative published charging model is: 0.35% on investments up to £500,000 (whole pot), 0% above £500,000. The figures on this page show provider/platform/admin charges by pot size. Fund charges, adviser charges, workplace terms and product-specific charges may differ, so check the provider fee schedule before acting.

Things to consider
  • •Fees shown are representative provider, platform or admin charges. Some rows are platform/admin fees only; Royal London's Governed Range AMC includes Royal London fund management.
  • •Fee structures change without notice. Always verify the current fee on the provider's website before making any decision.
  • •The lowest headline fee is only one comparison point. Fund range, service, platform features, investment choice, adviser access, and product restrictions also matter.
  • •Transferring a pension may involve exit fees, loss of guaranteed benefits, or loss of employer contributions. Check before you transfer.
  • •This page is factual information based on published fee schedules, not a recommendation to use or avoid any provider.
  • •For personal recommendations, speak to an FCA-regulated financial adviser and check the FCA register.
This provider comparison is general information based on published charge schedules, not financial advice or a personal recommendation. Verify current fees and product terms with the provider and check FCA authorisation before acting.