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Superannuation is the money set aside for your retirement. Since 1 July 2013, Australia and New Zealand have had reciprocal transfer schemes for superannuation funds between the two countries – referred to as the ‘Trans-Tasman retirement savings portability scheme. This allows for less hassle when you move within the Trans-Tasman bubble. However,...
Read MoreWhen will an overseas pension fund not be considered a ‘foreign superannuation fund’ under Australian law? The two big issues are generally whether the overseas fund is subject to ‘a condition of release’ - to wait until pension age (like in our super regime) and whether the offshore funds are held on ‘trust’ for the investor.
Read MoreSuperannuation is the money set aside for your retirement. When you move countries, it is important to understand what happens to your superannuation. In Australia, superannuation amounts from foreign super funds may be accepted to either a complying Australian super fund or you personally – however there are traps along the
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