What happens to my KiwiSaver if I move back to Australia?

Q: What happens to my KiwiSaver if I move back to Australia?

If you move permanently, you can either:\n• Keep your KiwiSaver account open (though you won’t receive further employer or government contributions), or\n• Transfer your KiwiSaver to an Australian Super fund. You cannot withdraw it in cash just because you moved.\n\n

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If you move permanently, you can either:
•	Keep your KiwiSaver account open (though you won’t receive further employer or government contributions), or
•	Transfer your KiwiSaver to an Australian Super fund. You cannot withdraw it in cash just because you moved.

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What happens to my KiwiSaver if I move back to Australia?

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