Clients entitled to Danish pensions

Under the Social Security Act 2018 a client and their spouse or partner must apply for any benefit or pension that they or their dependants may be entitled to from Denmark if they are applying for or receiving a New Zealand benefit or pension.

If the client has Danish residence they will need to complete an application for a Danish benefit or pension. International Services will contact clients with residence in Denmark and ask them to apply for a Danish benefit or pension.

When the client completes the application it is important that you check the following details before forwarding it to International Services:

• all questions on the form have been answered
• all supporting documentation is attached (these should be sighted, photocopied, and authorised as true copies)
• the application form has been signed and dated

If the client refuses to apply for any Danish benefit or pension to which they may be entitled you should contact International Services.