marcimai

Hi, just wondered if anyone else has had a problem getting an IRD number from the Inland Revenue. I've printed off the application form IR595 from the website, and sent to the non-resident centre in Dunedin as instructed (with relevant ID)- then nothing. My OH has received his OK, but I've sent mine 5 times!! I'm starting to get paranoid!! I've even written to them but no reply. God, I was hoping this type of thing would be more efficient than the UK, we haven't even got there yet!! I need this to give to my employer.

CWEMM02

Sorry I can't help. You actually answered one of my questions as to whether or not I could get a number before I came. Does one need a job first, or can I get one anyway so that I am ready for when I do have a job?

Apple12

I've always found them extremely good to deal with by phone. When I've rung the Dunedin office direct (use the number given for overseas people) the phone is usually answered within two rings. Call first thing in the morning if you can, less likely to be queues. Opoeing hours and phone number are on their website.

Gill and Rob

You will also need IRD numbers for your children if you are opening bank accounts for them.
We applied for our IRD numbers {Rob and I} before we left the UK and used the address of the Auckland based nursing agency we were using, so they were their when we arrived.
Applied directly here in person for the ones for the kids and they arrived in a couple of days.

Gill

marcimai

Mine finally arrived this morning! Took over two months so allow plenty of time.

nz100

Just ring them: 0064 4801 9973