IHTM20632 | Life Policies: annuities payable to deceased/transferor by insurance companies: purchased life annuities: types and potential claims

From HM Revenue & Customs · Inheritance Tax Manual

When dealing with a purchased life annuity you will need to consider the circumstances of each situation to decide on the appropriate course of action.

If the annuity:

Ceases on the deceased’s death follow the guidance at

Continues after the deceased’s death for a guaranteed period follow the guidance at

Was purchased in joint names follow the guidance at

In some cases more than one instruction might be relevant.