Working temporarily in Australia - Claim your superannuation after you leave

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If you work while visiting on a temporary resident visa, you can be paid your superannuation (super) money once you have left Australia.

Super in Australia

Super is a way of saving for retirement. In Australia, your employer will generally make super payments to a super fund for you if you:

• are less than 70 years of age
• are paid a salary or wage of A$450 or more in a calendar month
• work full-time, part-time or on a casual basis.

While you are in Australia, your super will remain in the super fund.