When is the rates rebate deadline, and do I need to apply every year?
Your council must receive your application by 30 June 2027. Yes, you must apply again every year. You do not get the rebate automatically. If you miss the deadline, you cannot get the rebate for that year. Do not leave it to the last minute, because getting your documents takes time.
Official figures
- Maximum rates rebate
- NZ$830 (you may get the full amount or only part of it)1
- Household income limit for the full rebate
- Household income before tax of NZ$33,210 or less. If your income is higher, you may still get a smaller rebate.2
- Income limit for SuperGold cardholder households
- Household income before tax of NZ$46,400 or less for the full rebate. You must include a signed copy of your SuperGold card with your application.2
- Current rating year
- 1 July 2026 to 30 June 20273
- Application deadline
- Your council must receive your application by 30 June 2027. If you miss it, you cannot get the rebate for that year. You can only apply again next year.3
Official sources
- What is a rates rebategovt.nz (Department of Internal Affairs) · govt.nz
- Who is eligible to get a rates rebategovt.nz (Department of Internal Affairs) · govt.nz
- Apply for a rates rebate: application formsgovt.nz (Department of Internal Affairs) · govt.nz
- Postpone or defer paying your ratesgovt.nz (Department of Internal Affairs) · govt.nz
Read the full guide: Rates and the rates rebate →
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