IRD number applications

We're getting a lot of applications for IRD numbers. This is causing delays in processing times for all IRD number applications, including those you've sent on behalf of your clients.

We are receiving queries about the status of IRD number applications. Please be assured that we are processing them and you do not need to do anything.

We're working to understand why there has been an increase in IRD number applications, and have allocated more resources to help us to process them.

We're sorry for any inconvenience and appreciate your patience. We aim to return to normal processing times as quickly as possible. We expect this should be by the end of the year.