New Zealand Superannuation and the Veteran's Pension

Find out about NZ Superannuation and the Veteran’s Pension — who can get these, how to apply, how much you get and when it’s paid.

  • Payment dates for NZ Super and Veteran’s Pension

    NZ Super and Veteran’s Pension payments are made every second Tuesday. If there’s a public holiday, payments are made earlier.

  • Applying for NZ Superannuation

    NZ Superannuation is a universal payment for New Zealand citizens and residents who are 65 or older.

  • Veteran's Pension

    If you’ve served in NZ’s Armed Forces, you may be able to get a Veteran’s Pension when you turn 65.

  • Your partner and NZ Superannuation

    How much NZ Superannuation you get paid depends on whether you have a partner and your living arrangements.

  • If you live alone

    Find out about getting NZ Superannuation or Veteran’s Pension when you’re single and live by yourself or when you’re single and share accommodation.

  • If you lived or worked overseas

    If you lived or worked in another country you may be able to get their social security pension. When you apply for NZ Superannuation or the Veteran's Pension, apply for these pensions at the same time.

  • If you live overseas now

    If you live overseas, you may be able to keep getting some or all of your New Zealand Superannuation or Veteran’s Pension.

  • If your situation changes

    If you’re getting NZ Superannuation or the Veteran’s Pension, you must let Work and Income know of changes to personal information such as your address, your relationship or your living arrangements.

  • If you travel overseas

    If you're away from NZ for 26 weeks or less, you may still receive your NZ Superannuation or Veteran's Pension.

  • If you get ACC payments and NZ Super

    You can get ACC payments and NZ Super payments at the same time, but only for 2 years.

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