Get started with your award or plan
Go to Fidelity NetBenefits to accept (if required) your award or enroll in your company's plan.
Explore your account.
Link your bank account to access your cash if you choose to sell your shares.
How your awards and plans work
Restricted stock units (RSUs)
An award of stock units that is restricted until vesting requirements are met. Your company then distributes the value as either shares or cash.
Employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs)
A benefit that lets you buy company shares from your paycheck.
Stock options (SOPs)
An award that gives you the ability to purchase company shares at a specified price for a fixed period of time.
Performance awards
An award of shares, units, or cash that is restricted until vesting requirements are met and may be adjusted based on company-established performance goals.
Restricted stock awards (RSAs)
An award of shares that are restricted until vesting requirements are met. Your company then distributes shares.
Stock appreciation rights (SARs)
An award that gives you the ability to receive shares or cash equal in value to the appreciation of company shares over a set period of time.
Save as you earn (SAYEs)
A UK government-approved, tax-advantaged plan for UK residents that allows employees to buy company shares at a discounted price.
Share incentive plans (SIPs)
A UK government-approved, tax-advantaged employee share plan for UK residents that allows you to acquire shares in your company.
Your account
Your award, ESPP, or savings plan is linked to your account, which is where your cash or shares will go when they pay out.
You can also use this account to sell your shares and access your cash.
Let's talk taxes
The cash or company shares that you receive or purchase are considered income.
- Learn what activities may lead to taxes.
- Understand popular tax withholding methods, if your company allows.
- Tax implications for W-8 certification.
UK resident? Your awards could do more
Fidelity Stock Plan Services and Fidelity International are separate companies that work together to provide financial education and support.
If you are in the UK, Fidelity International can help you explore what's possible, wherever you are on your journey.