These instructions are for New Zealand resident companies, partnerships, superannuation schemes, Māori authorities, estates, trusts, clubs and societies that need an IRD number.
Before you start
You need:
- a certificate of incorporation for companies
- a trust deed for trusts
- a certificate of incorporation for incorporated societies
- meeting minutes confirming the appointment of executive office holders for all societies
- a certificate of registration for limited partnerships
- a probate, letter of administration, or will with death certificate for estates (if we have not already been notified of the date of death, you may also need a death certificate)
- the personal IRD number of each shareholder, director, partner, executive office holder, trustee or executor.
Apply online
Apply for an IRD number
If you're applying for an IRD number for an estate, choose the 'Trust' organisation type. Then you can select that it's an estate.
You can complete a paper application and send this to us.
What happens next
- We'll contact you if we need more information about your registration.
- We'll email or post your IRD number to you. It can take 20 working days to arrive if you choose to have it posted.
My responsibilities
- Keep your IRD number where you can easily find it.
- Set up a myIR account for your business or organisation when you have your IRD number.
- Tell us about any changes. The easiest way to update your details is in myIR. You can also send us a message in myIR and attach any required documents to it.
