Divorce - Asga Pensionskasse

Divorce

Division in the event of divorce or dissolution of a registered partnership

In the event of divorce or dissolution of a registered partnership, the spouses’ pension fund assets are generally also divided. The court decides on the share of the termination benefit or a lifelong pension to which the entitled spouse is entitled.

Once the legally binding judgement is available, we will carry out the withdrawal in accordance with the court order. The specified share is transferred to the pension or vested benefits institution of the entitled spouse. If a lifelong pension is awarded, we will pay it directly to the entitled spouse or also transfer it to their occupational benefits institution.

The withdrawal reduces the retirement assets of the obligated spouse by the corresponding amount. If you are affected by this, you have the option of making a purchase into the pension fund as part of this partial payout in order to offset the reduction in your retirement assets.

If you require a certificate of feasibility for the court, we will be happy to assist you.

Frequently asked questions on divorce

What is meant by divorce or marriage?

For occupational benefits, registered same-sex couples are treated the same as married couples (Same-Sex Partnership Act). Marriage also includes the registration of a partnership; accordingly, divorce also includes the dissolution of a registered partnership.

What is a certificate of feasibility required in the event of divorce?

In the event of divorce, pension fund assets are generally divided. In order to carry out this division, the divorce court requires a certificate of feasibility listing the pension assets and all other information relevant to the court.

Who is responsible for determining the amount to be transferred in the event of divorce?

Responsibility lies solely with the divorce judge. Asga merely provides the necessary calculations to the court on your behalf. It is also the divorce judge who instructs Asga to carry out the transfer.

Is a repurchase possible after divorce?

You have the option of fully or partially offsetting the gap created by the divorce through voluntary payments.

Is a foreign divorce decree enforced directly?

In the case of foreign divorce decrees, recognition and enforcement by a Swiss court are required before the division of the vested benefits can be carried out.