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Eligible business tests flowchart

Question 1
Do you carry on business in New Zealand? If you answered Yes then go to Question 3. If you answered No then go to Question 2.
Question 2
Are you an industry research co-operative (IRC)? If you answered Yes then go to Question 3. If you answered No then you are unlikely to be eligible for the R&D tax credit*.
Question 3
Are you:
  • a Crown Research institute (CRI)
  • a tertiary institution
  • a district health board (DHB)
  • associated with or controlled by any one of, or combination of the above?
If you answered Yes then you are unlikely to be eligible for the R&D tax credit*. If you answered No then go to Question 4.
Question 4
Are you a resident of New Zealand? If you answered Yes then go to Question 6. If you answered No then go to Question 5.
Question 5
Is your business activity conducted through a fixed establishment in New Zealand? If you answered Yes then go to Question 6. If you answered No then you are unlikely to be eligible for the R&D tax credit*.
Question 6
Does the R&D relate to:
  • your New Zealand business, or
  • a business you intend to set up?
  • In the case of an IRC, the business of contributing industry members?
If you answered Yes then your business may be an eligible business*. If you answered No then you are unlikely to be eligible for the R&D tax credit*.
*To find out more, check the detailed R&D information or consult your professional advisor.

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