If the iDeCo offers the same product(s) that I hold in my previous company’s account, can I transfer the products directly?

No, you are not allowed to transfer products. In order to transfer assets, pension assets (investment products held) are converted into cash. Therefore, even if the products with the same name ar... Show Detail

I don't know the company registration number of the previous company in a "Request to Rollover DC Asset Balance to New Individual-type DC Plan".

The "Request to Rollover DC Asset Balance to New Individual-type DC Plan" is the document to be submitted when transferring assets from a defined contribution pension plan to another defined contri... Show Detail

I am going to resign from the company. Can I join an individual-type DC (iDeCo) before finding a new employer?

Even if you do not work or you do not find a new employer, you can open an individual-type DC (iDeCo) account. There are requirements if you want to make contributions to iDeCo as a participant. ... Show Detail

Can I withdraw from an Individual-type DC (iDeCo)?

In principle, it is not possible to withdraw from an individual-type DC (iDeCo). You will receive retirement benefits usually from the age of 60. However, you may receive a early lump-sum payment... Show Detail