KiwiSaver Contribution Rates Are Increasing from 1 April 2026 – What You Need to Know
From 1 April 2026, the New Zealand Government is increasing the default KiwiSaver contribution rates for both employees and employers. While the change may seem small, it will have a real impact on take‑home pay, payroll costs, and business budgets, so it’s important to be prepared. What’s Changing? Currently, the default KiwiSaver contribution rate is 3% for both employees and employers. From 1 April 2026, this will…
