Information for New Zealanders living in Australia

New Zealanders can now temporarily access their superannuation funds

New Zealanders can now temporarily access Superannuation funds due to Covid-19. (Photo: The Motely Fool)
New Zealanders can now temporarily access Superannuation funds due to Covid-19. (Photo: The Motely Fool)

Update

Temporary access to Superannuation funds due to Covid19 has now ended. You can access your super early in very limited circumstances.


27 March 2020

Breaking news

All New Zealand citizens and permanent residents living in Australia, who meet the Australian Government's eligibility criteria, will now be able to access up to A$20,000 of their Australian superannuation funds early due to COVID19.

Note: you only need to meet ONE of the eligibility criteria.

To find out more, please visit: ATO Temporary early release of superannuation

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