Although you can choose to retire at any age you want, the official retirement age in New Zealand is 65. This is when you become eligible to receive NZ Super (your pension) and typically gain access to their KiwiSaver.
The age that you need to be to enter a Retirement Village in New Zealand varies from place to place. Some villages may allow residents to enter at 55 while others commonly have a minimum entry age of between 65 and 75. Some villages may allow someone younger to move in if their partner meets the age requirements.
Find out more on our website, retirementvillages.co.nz - we have every village in New Zealand listed by region.
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Updated: 28 Nov 2025