How to apply a New Zealand IRD Number – Tax Number

You will need a Tax number or called an Inland Revenue Department (IRD) number in order to work in New Zealand legally or if you want to open a bank account.Your IRD number will be unique to you and will never change, even if you move to another country and then return to New Zealand.

You can apply for this when you arrive in NZ.

 Instructions :

1) Download the Tax Number Application Form (IR595) from the Inland Revenue website .

2) Print out ,complete and sign the application form you have downloaded.

3) You need collate the required supporting documents such as your passport and international drivers licence – check the form for a list of suitable documents.

4) Take the completed form and photocopies of your supporting documents to New Zealand Post Shop or Automobile Association (AA) offices.

5) Your IRD number confirmation will be sent to the postal address you supplied within 8-10 days. Or you can ring up to Inland Revenue to obtain your number on 0800 227 774.

When you begin work, your employer will give you a Tax Code Declaration Form to complete.

As soon as you receive income from your part-time job or from other New Zealand income sources, you are legally obliged to pay tax to the government. This is usually automatically deducted from your wages when you are paid, so you don’t need to do anything.

For further information visit NZ Inland Revenue website .

What if I forget or lose my IRD number?

Call to Inland Revenue on 0800 377 774 and get your IRD number follow by the instructions.

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