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Born in 1986? You are 39 or 40
40 if your birthday has already come this year, 39 if it is still to come. On your birthday in 2026 you turn 40.
As of Saturday 24 October 2026, Sydney time.
The Australian ages for 1986
| Milestone | Age | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Enrol and vote (compulsory) | 18 | 2004 — reached |
| Preservation age — super | 60 | 2046 |
| Age Pension age | 67 | 2053 |
1986 had no 29 February. Where each age comes from: the sources.
Born in 1986: your age on each birthday ahead
| Birthday in | Turning |
|---|---|
| 2026 | 40 |
| 2027 | 41 |
| 2028 | 42 |
| 2029 | 43 |
| 2030 | 44 |
| 2031 | 45 |
| 2032 | 46 |
| 2033 | 47 |
| 2034 | 48 |
| 2035 | 49 |
| 2036 | 50 |