How can I withdraw for permanent emigration?

Aug 28, 2025 - 1 min read

After you’ve been living overseas (not Australia) for 1 year, you can take most of the savings from your KiwiSaver account.

You can withdraw:

  • your contributions
  • your employer’s contributions
  • the $1,000 kickstart (if you got it)
  • fee subsidies (if you got these)
  • interest you have earned.

You cannot take out the government contributions.

How to apply
Complete the Permanent Emigration Withdrawal Form and return it us by emailing hello@aurora.co.nz.