A quick heads‑up for employers.
✅What’s changing
• 16–17 year olds will become eligible for employer KiwiSaver contributions if they meet the usual eligibility requirements and are contributing, the same way adult employees are
• The minimum employer contribution rate increases to 3.5% unless an employee has an approved temporary rate reduction
This doesn’t mean under‑18s must join KiwiSaver, but it does mean employers need to be ready to contribute if they do.
Now is a good time to check payroll settings, employment agreement wording, and make sure managers understand the change before April.