02/06/2026
Super Fund Stapling – 3 Key Reminders for Employers 📌
Super fund stapling was introduced to help employees keep the same super account when changing jobs, reducing duplicate accounts, extra fees and lost super.
The ATO has recently highlighted 3 important reminders for employers 👇
✔ Employee choice has been strengthened
New laws are designed to improve visibility of existing super funds for employees, without adding extra onboarding obligations for employers.
✔ Correct ATO processes matter
Requesting stapled super details through the ATO helps protect against fraud and ensures super is being paid into the correct account.
To help avoid issues:
• Establish the employment relationship early
• Ensure employee details match ATO records
• Confirm your payroll/onboarding provider is authorised through Access Manager if acting on your behalf
✔ Stapling is working
Since stapling commenced in 2021, the number of people with multiple super accounts has continued to reduce — helping employees avoid unnecessary fees and insurance costs.
A reminder that good onboarding processes and accurate payroll setup are becoming more important than ever as super obligations continue to evolve 📊