I am a US citizen and would like to access my funds before they are taxed away. How do I do this? - Gregory
As a member of Media Super and an eligible temporary resident, once you permanently leave Australia you can apply to the fund for a Departing Australia Superannuation Payment (DASP) within six months of leaving the country.
If you do not apply for a DASP within the six months, Media Super must pay your benefit to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) as unclaimed super. You may claim your benefit from the ATO once we have transferred it. If your benefit is transferred, you will no longer be a member of Media Super. As a result, you will not earn investment returns with Media Super and any applicable insurance cover obtained through your membership with Media Super will cease.
For more information on accessing your super as an eligible temporary resident, go to www.mediasuper.com.au/etr .