Permanent absence

If a client is leaving New Zealand permanently, the Youth Payment must be cancelled from the day after departure.

If the client is moving to a country that has a Reciprocal agreement with New Zealand they may qualify for a benefit or pension in that country.

If the client is moving to Australia it is important that they are aware that they may not be able to receive a benefit until they have resided in Australia for two years after being granted permanent residence status.

For more information see:

• To or from overseas Reciprocal Agreements