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How do I pass on a Roth IRA?

Quick Answer

Pass on a Roth IRA by naming a beneficiary on the account. Spouses can roll the Roth into their own IRA. Non-spouse beneficiaries (children, grandchildren) must withdraw the entire balance within 10 years — tax-free, but the tax-free growth window closes.

Roth IRA inheritance rules by beneficiary type.
Warren Team
Updated April 26, 2026
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