Perm Resident left Aus wanting to claim super

 Author: JayATO(Community Support)Community Support

12 Jan 2026

Hi @040306

As a former permanent resident who has left Australia, you're not eligible to claim your super as a departing Australia superannuation payment (DASP). DASP is only available to former temporary visa holders, not permanent residents.

Once you turn 60 and meet a condition of release, you can access your super. The main conditions are reaching your preservation age and retiring, or turning 65. Since you've mentioned you have no employment, you may meet the retirement condition once you turn 60.

For your specific questions:

• You'll need to work directly with your super fund to claim your benefits once you meet a condition of release at age 60.
• Compassionate grounds early release requires you to be or have been an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or New Zealand citizen. While you may have met this condition as a former permanent resident, temporary residents can't apply. You'll need to contact your super fund first to confirm they'll release funds and check if there's sufficient money to cover expenses and tax withholding (generally up to 32%).
• Your super fund will need to work with you on alternative identification and address arrangements for overseas residents.
• Payment arrangements, including to overseas bank accounts, are determined by your super fund's policies.

Contact your super fund directly to discuss your options for accessing your super at age 60. They can advise on their specific requirements for identification, address details, and international payment options.

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