Ngā tāngata takitahi me ngā whānau Individuals and families

Your IRD number is used to keep track of tax you pay and entitlements you receive. How you apply for one depends on whether you live in New Zealand or overseas, or if you have recently arrived here.

A list of things you need to keep on top of. 

Tax codes and rates, income and expenses, paying tax and getting refunds.

If you care for a dependent child, you may qualify for Working for Families payments, including Best Start. We want to make claiming your entitlement as quick and easy as possible.

Child support is money paid by parents who do not live with their children, or who share care with someone else.

If you take time off work to start caring for a new baby or child under 6, you may qualify for paid parental leave.

What to do if you start or run your own business, work for yourself or are a sole trader. 

Your tax obligations and entitlements if you run a trust or estate. 

KiwiSaver is a voluntary savings scheme to help set you up for your retirement. You can make regular contributions from your pay or directly to your scheme provider.

Student loans help New Zealanders pay for their studies and living costs while they are studying. You can apply for a student loan through StudyLink.

Your obligations if you're involved in buying, selling or renting out property.

Find out what unclaimed money is and where to find out more about it.

Find out how some common cryptoasset transactions are taxed and what effect your tax residence status might have.