Absence from New Zealand

A caregiver may still be paid Clothing Allowance for Orphans and Unsupported children if the child or children:

• meet all the qualifications and
• the absence from New Zealand is temporary and
• the child/children is returning to New Zealand

For more information see:

• Permanent absence
• Reciprocal Agreements
• Payment 
• Core policy Reviews and Appeals
• Orphans Benefit and Unsupported Childs Benefit Absence from New Zealand