INFO 159
Frozen funds and hardship withdrawals
This is Information Sheet 159 (INFO 159). It provides information for consumers about frozen funds and hardship withdrawals.
In plain English
INFO 159 explains frozen funds and hardship withdrawals for consumers.
INFO 159 provides information for consumers. It explains what happens when funds are frozen and how hardship withdrawals work. It does not specify who must apply it. The ASIC website shows this guidance was last updated.
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Source: https://www.asic.gov.au/for-consumers/investing-and-financial-advice/frozen-funds-and-hardship-withdrawals/. Rules Mate indexes + summarises; always verify against the regulator's live publication.