Australian superannuation transfers
We may be able to help you transfer your Australian pension to New Zealand.
Many New Zealanders and other country nationals have worked in Australia since 1992 and contributed to the Australian Superannuation Guarantee system.
Legislative changes are now in progress so that if you now live in New Zealand, or intend to do so, in the near future you will be able to transfer your Aussie Super across the Tasman.
In 2009 both governments agreed in a memorandum of understanding that Australian superannuation can be transferred back to New Zealand, on a voluntary basis and on the condition these funds are transferred into a registered KiwiSaver scheme.
In reverse, Australians currently resident in New Zealand can transfer their KiwiSaver savings into a registered Australian superannuation scheme, if they are permanently emigrating to Australia. New Zealand has already passed this legislation in 2010 and while Australian legislation is progressing during 2011, expected to be enacted by year-end, we can help you in the following ways to be ready for these important changes:
- Set up a KiwiSaver account with us - If you already have one, talk with us about preparing your account for your super fund transfer
- Keep you up to date with the changes and help assist in transferring your Australian Super to New Zealand once the laws passes