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Death Benefit

In Service | After Service | Cessation of Student Pension

A FAMILY MEMBER HAS DIED. WHAT SHOULD I BE DOING ABOUT HIS/HER SUPERANNUATION

You should notify us of the death of a member by phoning a Customer Service Representative on 1300 001 677 or in writing to:

DFRDB,
PO Box 22,
Belconnen, ACT 2616.

The following information will be required:

  • the name of the deceased
  • their reference number
  • the date of death
  • your relationship with the deceased

Surviving spouse or children

If there is a surviving spouse or children they may be eligible for part of the deceased's pension or any unclaimed part of an accumulated benefit.

Completion of the Spouse's Benefit Claim form will need to be accompanied by:

  • marriage certificate
  • death certificate
  • tax file number of claimant
  • new bank account details

An estimate of any benefit can be obtained from a Customer Service Representative 1300 001 677.

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