Apply For Obtain an Individual IRD Number in New Zealand
- Complete the IRD number application – Individual (IR595) form. A hyperlink to fill out the application is available under the ‘Documents to use. You can also contact IRD at 0800 227 774 and request an application form to be delivered to you.
- Complete the form and bring it together with two original identification documents, and photocopies of the documents to:
- Any Automobile Association (AA) Driver Licensing Agent
- Any PostShop
- A selected New Zealand Post retail outlet.
- After your application has been confirmed, the verifier will forward the application to IRD. Within 8-10 business days after receiving your application, IRD will mail you a card in plastic that shows the IRD number.
Note:
If you’re the mother of a newborn baby and haven’t registered their birth yet, you may apply for their IRD number after you’ve completed the birth registration form.
Required Documents For Obtain an Individual IRD Number
- Forms that have been completed IRD Application form for IRD
- ID Proof The requirement is two types of ID. To verify your ID, you must show the original document as well as provide an unmistakable photocopy. You may show one of the following documents:
- NZ as well as Australian passport (photocopy the photo page)
- complete NZ birth certificate issued on or after 1 January 1998.
- NZ citizenship certificate
- Passport for overseas travel that includes NZ permits or visas for immigration (photocopy the signature page or picture and any NZ residence or work permits)
- NZ firearms licence or dealer’s licence
- NZ Refugee, emergency or travel documents or NZ certificate of identification.
- OR one of the following:
- NZ driver licence
- NZ 18+ credit card
- NZ student ID photo
- International driver’s licence (with an official English translation if not in English)
- International drivers’ license
- an offer of an employment note from the employer, on the letterhead of your company (if your first ID you have is one with your picture on it)
- A document confirming that you’re an official students in NZ (if your first ID you’re using contains your photo).
- If your documents are under a different name, you’ll also have to bring the original document along with an exact photocopy of a document that proves the name change, such as:
- an official divorce or civil union certificate
- A certificate of name change.
Office Locations and Contacts
Inland Revenue Department Contact Information
What are all the Eligibility
You will require an IRD number
- you earn income
- You are starting a new business
- you’re making an application to receive Working for Families Tax Credits
- You are applying to apply for a loan to a student
- your child works an unpaid job
- you file tax returns
- You ask us questions about your tax
- If you are applying for child support.
A child or baby is not required to possess any IRD number, however, in the event that either you or the children earn income , you must pay tax. If you don’t possess an IRD number taxes will be deducted at a rate that is not declared, which is greater than the usual deduction rate. You may also request one IRD identification number for the child, so that the tax rate is lower. tax is taken from interest on the bank balance.
It is not necessary to be an New Zealand citizen or resident to get an IRD number. You can request one in the event that youare:
- You are living in New Zealand on a visa with rights to work
- are planning to work to be employed,
Have not been able to obtain an IRD number.
Validity
Your IRD number will be with you for the rest of your existence.
Documents to Utilize
Application form for IRD numbers for individuals (IR595)
Processing Time
After your application has been checked by the verifier, they will forward the application to IRD. Within 8-10 business days after receiving your application, IRD will mail you an ID card with the IRD number.
The Document is required
- The IRD number is an unique identification number provided by Inland Revenue. It is essential to keep your IRD number with you every time you work in Inland Revenue Department.Your IRD number will last you for the duration of your entire life.
- You may already be able to get the IRD number, however, it would be a good idea to talk with parents, your guardianship or other caregiver prior to applying for one.
Information that could be helpful
If you’ve lost the IRD ID number, here’s the information: You can call the IRD at 0800 227-774. They’ll ask you a few personal questions to verify your identity and ensure your privacy. Then they’ll give you the IRD number on the phone and then send you an updated card.
Other uses for the document/certificate
- You’ll need your IRD number with you at all times you work with the Inland Revenue Department.
- Your bank and employer as well as your bank will require your IRD number in order to calculate the correct tax amount on any earnings you make.
External Links
- Inland Revenue Department: