Permanent absence

Generally, if a client is leaving New Zealand permanently, payments must be cancelled from the day after the client leaves New Zealand.

If the client is moving to a country that has a Reciprocal agreement with New Zealand they may qualify for a benefit or pension in that country.

If the client is moving to country that New Zealand does not have a Reciprocal agreement with, they may be able to receive part of their New Zealand Superannuation payments.

If the client wishes to receive part of their New Zealand Superannuation overseas, then it is important that they apply for 'portability' before they leave New Zealand.

For more information see:

• Reciprocal agreements
• To or from overseas Payment overseas of New Zealand Superannuation
• To or from overseas Special portability arrangements with Pacific countries