Application lodged prior to departure
When a client advises that they intend to live in Malta they will need to:
- complete an Application for New Zealand Payment Overseas form (WIS7W)
- provide details of the total period of their residence in New Zealand
- provide two forms of identification one must be their passport and
- provide their air tickets or travel itinerary to confirm that they are travelling to Malta
- provide verified bank account details if different than those on SWIFTT
They also need to attend an interview where the case manager will complete an Application for New Zealand Payment Overseas interview form (WIF9W).
The application form, interview form and supporting documents should be sent to International Services for processing.
Note International Services should be contacted before any current New Zealand benefit is cancelled or suspended.
New Zealand benefit application
If the client is not yet receiving New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran's Pension an application should be taken and entitlement established in accordance with the qualifications for the particular benefit.
Residence
The residency and ordinary residence requirements are addressed under the specific benefit that is being applied for.
The client can use their periods of contributions in Malta to meet the residency qualifications for New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran's Pension.
For more information contact International Services or see:
