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All current KiwiSaver data, including monthly data, is available in Excel downloads located on the Datasets for KiwiSaver statistics page. Annual data is due to be uploaded by 30 September.

Datasets for KiwiSaver statistics

Number of individuals opted-out of KiwiSaver as at 30 June

This graph shows the number of individuals who opted-out as at 30 June 2026.

Opt out of KiwiSaver

Between June 2016 and June 2026, the number of individuals opted out of KiwiSaver in a year decreased, from 232,528 to 189,741.

Notes:

  • Members who were automatically enrolled have a provisional period of 8 weeks in which they can decide to opt out.
  • Opt-out data from June 2020 through to June 2023 was updated as at September 2023.
  • From April 2020, KiwiSaver information is reported from a new system.

Frequency of opt-outs per individual for the year ended 30 June 2026

This table shows individuals who opted-out at least once during the financial year
Number of opt-outs Number of individuals Percentage
1 13,096 93.2%
2 860 6.1%
3+ 102 0.7%
Total 14,058 100.0%

Note:

  • All individuals who have opted out at least once during the year ended 30 June 2026.
Last updated: 30 Sep 2026
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