NZ Independent Earner Tax Credit Calculator
Estimate New Zealand Independent Earner Tax Credit eligibility and amount using the current $24,000 to $70,000 income range.
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New Zealand Rates and Rules
From July 2024, IETC provides up to $520 per year for eligible income from $24,000 to $66,000, then abates at 13 cents per dollar until $70,000.
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IETC is worked out on whole months. People receiving Working for Families, income-tested benefits, NZ Super, Veteran’s Pension, or overseas equivalents are generally not eligible for those months.
Disclaimer: This calculator uses publicly available rules effective as of Jul 31, 2024 (version 1.0). Results are for informational purposes only. Always verify with official sources or a qualified professional. Last reviewed: Apr 18, 2026.
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From July 2024, eligible earners receive up to $520 per year from $24,000 to $66,000 of income. The credit reduces by 13 cents per dollar from $66,001 to $70,000 and is zero above $70,000.
New Zealand FAQs
How much is the Independent Earner Tax Credit?
The maximum IETC is $520 per year, equal to $10 per week, for eligible people in the full-credit income range.
What is the IETC income range?
From July 2024, eligible income is $24,000 to $70,000. The full credit applies up to $66,000, then abates to zero by $70,000.
Who cannot get IETC?
You generally cannot get IETC if you or your partner receive Working for Families, an income-tested benefit, NZ Super, Veteran’s Pension, or an overseas equivalent.
What tax code gives IETC during the year?
Eligible salary or wage earners can usually use tax code ME, or ME SL if they also have a student loan.
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