Single living alone rate and absences from New Zealand

The single living alone rate can continue to be paid during temporary absences from New Zealand if the client:

• still meets the definition of living alone and
• is eligible for and receiving New Zealand Superannuation

If the client is not entitled to the single living alone rate while they are absent from New Zealand, their New Zealand Superannuation should be reduced to the single sharing accommodation rate from the day after departure from New Zealand.

For more information see:

• Single living alone rate
• Definition of living alone
• Absence from New Zealand
• Overseas medical treatment
• Humanitarian work