Commencement of payment in Jersey/Guernsey

When a client applies for their New Zealand benefit or pension to be paid in Jersey/Guernsey before their departure from New Zealand, payments will start on the first payday after their departure.

When a client applies from Jersey/Guernsey, the New Zealand benefit or pension will start on:

• the date they become entitled to the New Zealand benefit or pension
• the date the agreement with Jersey/Guernsey came into force (1 April 1995)
• the earlier of the date they applied for a New Zealand benefit or a Jersey/Guernsey pension

whichever is the latest date.

Note that the initial stand-down applies to clients who are applying for New Zealand benefits other than New Zealand Superannuation or Veterans Pension.

The Jersey/Guernsey authorities forward the application form and supporting documentation to International Services

For more information contact International Services or see:

• Rate payable in Jersey/Guernsey
• Methods of payment
• Exchange of Information
• Absence from New Zealand in relevant Main benefit