Applying before departure

When a client advises they intend to live in Korea 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 they are travelling to Korea
• 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 contact International Services before any current New Zealand benefit is cancelled or suspended.

The residency and ordinary residence requirements are addressed under the specific benefit being applied for.

Clients can use their periods of coverage in Korea to meet the residency qualifications for New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran's Pension only.

For more information contact International Services