Applications lodged in Denmark

When a former New Zealand resident is already living in Denmark they will be entitled to receive a New Zealand benefit or pension if they use the provisions of the agreement to meet the qualifying criteria.

International Services is responsible for:

• assessing entitlement
• granting and declining applications
• reviewing entitlement
• renewing entitlement and
• cancelling payment

The client will need to complete an Application for New Zealand Benefit form (NZ1) and this can be sent to Senior Services - international or lodged at a Danish Pensions Agency office.

Note there are special conditions relating to specific benefits and pensions.

The first payment of the New Zealand benefit or pension will be made to the Danish authority.

For more information contact International Services or see:

• Application lodged prior to departure
• Commencement of payment in Denmark
• New Zealand benefits and pensions in Denmark