Recoverable Assistance Payment Grant
Recoverable Assistance is a payment which helps people pay for something they need urgently when they have no other way of paying for it.
This grant is generally paid for items such as appliances, school uniforms or rent arrears.
Recoverable Assistance has to be paid back but may be paid back in instalments.
Who can get it
You may get a Recoverable Assistance Payment Grant if:
- your need is urgent and essential
- you have no other way to meet this cost
- you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
You should also normally live in New Zealand and intend to stay here.
It also depends on:
- how much you and your spouse or partner earn
- any money or assets you and your spouse or partner have.
This information is a guide only. Please contact us to talk about your individual circumstances.
For more information
You can find more information about this in our brochure:
Need extra help with costs? (PDF 311.52KB)
A guide to allowances and extra payments for people on a benefit.
For a full explanation of a Recoverable Assistance Payment Grant, you can go to our:
How to apply
Contact us to talk about your circumstances and we’ll explain how to apply. We’ll normally arrange a meeting with you and will tell you what you need to bring.