For individuals & families: As a parent
Young children
At any age a child may receive income, whether it is through interest from a bank account, a trust or a part-time job. When a child begins to receive income, they need to apply for an IRD number to make sure that they pay the correct amount of tax, and don't need to ask for a personal tax summary from us.
Applying for an IRD number is simple
To apply for an IRD number, your child needs to:
Fill in an IRD number application - individual (IR595) form and follow the instructions on the form.
We will send them their IRD number within 8-10 working days of receiving the application form.
Has your address or phone number changed?
If so, please contact us so we can keep you up-to-date with information that may affect you.
Other pages in: As a parent
- Common questions and answers about child support for paying parents
- Tax credits (formerly rebates) for working parents
- Paid parental leave
- Nominate someone to act on your behalf
- Common questions and answers on working for families tax credits
- What are Working for Families Tax Credits?
- Common questions and answers about child support for custodians
- Parental tax credit
Date published: 15 Oct 2004
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