Retiring overseas before 67: the gap years before the Age Pension
You can retire overseas at any age, but Age Pension age is 67, so the years before that are paid for from your own money.
Checked 20 October 2026
Planning and trying it first
The order of things, trial stays, safety and scams.
Guides on Planning and trying it first
Try retiring overseas before you move: the winter away, the long stay and the trial year
Smartraveller suggests a temporary move of 6 to 12 months before you commit to living overseas.
Checked 20 October 2026
Overseas retirement scams: property, visa agents, romance and investment scams
Smartraveller says romance scammers commonly target older Australians to get at their super and savings, and that scams in Thailand can involve property and business ventures.
Checked 20 October 2026
How to talk to your partner and family about retiring overseas
Start with what each of you wants and worries about, and leave the destination till later.
Checked 20 October 2026
Questions about your situation?
Bring them to a free planning session on Zoom, and we will answer them for your situation.
No pressure and no card details. You decide what comes next.