KiwiSaver
- Compare KiwiSaver Providers
- KiwiSaver Features
- KiwiSaver Legislation
- Membership
- Member Contributions
- Selecting a Scheme
- Providers
- Crown Subsidies for KiwiSaver Members
- Employer Contributions
- Withdrawals
- Existing Superannuation Schemes
- Savings withdrawal to buy your first home
- First home deposit subsidy
- Retirement withdrawals
- KiwiSaver Scheme Providers
- Employer Obligations & Options
- Managing KiwiSaver as a part of Remuneration
- Shareholder Employees
- Choose a preferred KiwSaver Scheme
- Employee Obligations & Options
- Selecting a KiwiSaver Scheme
- What happens Next
- Self Employed or Sole Trader
- What if you are not Employed
- KiwiSaver Resources
- KiwiSaver Glossary
KiwiSaver
What is KiwiSaver?
KiwiSaver is a voluntary, work-based savings scheme designed to encourage New Zealanders to save for their retirement. It was introduced on 1 July 2007, forming part of the Government's initiatives to increase New Zealand's level of savings by promoting long-term retirement savings amongst employees. It provides a vehicle for employees to save by way of direct deductions from their salary and / or wages, assisted by Crown incentives. KiwiSaver is governed by a number of acts and regulations, with the principal act being the KiwiSaver Act 2006.
Who should use the information on this web site?
- KiwiSaver scheme providers
- Employers seeking information about the role they have to play in KiwiSaver
- Employees seeking information about KiwiSaver options
- HR, Legal, Accounting and Financial advisers who need to be up-to-date with KiwiSaver
What will you find here?
- Reliable information about KiwiSaver and other workplace superannuation
- Independently compiled information on KiwiSaver providers
- Directions to other recognized & independent KiwiSaver reference web sites
Where else should you look for information on KiwiSaver?
Not sure which KiwiSaver scheme you are in?
- Phone 0800 KIWISAVER (0800 549 472) and have your IRD number ready.
We have compiled a comprehensive set of resources which can be found in the left-hand menu on this page, including tools for assessing providers and comparing investment options, enabling you to examine KiwiSaver options in more detail.