When can I withdraw the money from my super?
Your super savings are intended to help fund your lifestyle in retirement, so the government puts restrictions on when you can access them.
When can you withdraw your super?
Generally, you’re able to withdraw from your super when:
- you turn 65 (even if you haven’t retired)
- you reach your preservation age (see table below) and have permanently retired
- you've reached your preservation age (although only in the form of a transition to retirement income stream)
Note: If you're a temporary resident of Australia, you don't have the above access to your superannuation.
What is my preservation age?
Before 1/7/1960
55
1/7/1960 to 30/6/1961
56
1/7/1961 to 30/6/1962
57
1/7/1962 to 30/6/1963
58
1/7/1963 to 30/6/1964
59
After 30/6/1964
60
Can I access my super early?
Yes, in special circumstances including:
- Compassionate grounds
- Buying your first home
- If you're a temporary resident departing Australia
- Certain medical conditions
- Severe financial hardship
To find out whether you’re eligible, please read through Using your super.
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