New Zealand Defence Force KiwiSaver Scheme:
First Home Withdrawal

After being a KiwiSaver member for three years, you can withdraw some or all your savings to help buy your first home (leaving a minimum of $1,000 in your account). Gauri Gupte from Mercer New Zealand explains the KiwiSaver First Home Withdrawal eligibility criteria and process in the below video.

 

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15 May 2025

This information has been prepared by Mercer (N.Z.) Limited, the Manager of the New Zealand Defence Force Savings Schemes and is intended for general information only. The information does not take into account your personal objectives, financial situation or needs. Before making any investment decision, you should refer to the Product Disclosure Statement or consult an appropriately qualified financial adviser. For information about this product, please refer to the Product Disclosure Statement which is available free of charge on www.nzdfsavings.mil.nz.