Division 296 Super Tax Explained: A Guide for High-Balance Super Holders

Historic government building in Canberra framed by autumn trees — Véurr Financial Planning specialist advice on Division 296 super tax, the $3M cap, CSS and PSS defined-benefit interaction, and Total Superannuation Balance planning

Specialist guide to Division 296 — the new 15% additional tax on superannuation earnings attributable to balances above $3 million, in effect from 1 July 2025. Covers how the proportional calculation works, who is affected (including the CSS / PSS defined-benefit notional-balance trap), the unrealised gains problem, and strategies high-balance super holders may want to consider with their adviser.