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What payments can I get in New Zealand if I have children?

If you have dependent children, you can apply to Inland Revenue (IRD) for Working for Families payments. There are four main types: family tax credit, in-work tax credit, minimum family tax credit and Best Start. How much you get depends on your family income and how many children you have. You must also meet residence requirements.

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From the guide “Working for Families tax credits”Last verified Official pages checked daily

Official figures

Family tax credit (eldest child)
Up to NZ$7,921 a year (NZ$152 a week)1
Family tax credit (each other child)
Up to NZ$6,454 a year (NZ$124 a week)1
In-work tax credit weekly maximum
NZ$147 (temporary increase from 1 April 2026; it was NZ$97)2
In-work tax credit full yearly amount
NZ$7,670 for 1–3 children; from the 4th child, an extra NZ$780 for each additional child2
Abatement threshold
You can get the full amount if your family income is NZ$44,900 a year or less1

Official sources

  1. Family tax creditInland Revenue · ird.govt.nz
  2. In-work tax creditInland Revenue · ird.govt.nz
  3. Residency requirementsInland Revenue · ird.govt.nz
  4. Register for Working for FamiliesInland Revenue · ird.govt.nz

Read the full guide: Working for Families tax credits →

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