Tax and ACC levies

Find out about tax in NZ — your taxable income, tax codes and rates, tax types, credits, refunds and returns. Learn how to pay tax and what to do if your situation changes.

  • How to pay tax

    Some types of income have the tax taken out (deducted) before you receive it. For all other income you need to declare it to Inland Revenue and pay the tax.

  • Income you pay tax on

    When you pay tax or do a tax return you need to know what to include as income. Check to see what counts as a source of income.

  • End-of-year income tax assessments

    After the tax year ends on , Inland Revenue will check whether you have paid the right amount of tax. You may get a refund if you have overpaid your tax.

  • Change or get a tax code

    If you start or stop work, remember that you may need to change the tax code you use for any other sources of income, such as NZ Superannuation, investments or another job.

  • Tax on investments and savings

    You pay tax on income from all your savings and investments, whether they're in NZ or overseas. Your tax rate is based on your income.

  • Payroll giving

    You can donate money to charities and approved organisations directly from your pay.

  • Paying tax if you come to work in NZ

    If you’re coming to NZ to work, you’ll need to pay tax.

  • Working after 65: ACC levies and entitlements

    If you plan to keep working after you turn 65, find out how this affects your Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) levies. You can also learn what support you may get if you’re injured in an accident.

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