Can I withdraw funds to an overseas bank account?

Can I withdraw funds to an overseas bank account?

No. Withdrawal payments from both Simplicity Investment Funds and KiwiSaver accounts can only be made to a New Zealand bank account in your name.
If you do not maintain an NZ bank account, please email info@simplicity.kiwi and we'll help you with the process.

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