Accommodation Supplement
Accommodation Supplement is a weekly payment which helps people with their rent, board or the cost of owning a home.
Who can get it
You may get an Accommodation Supplement if you:
- have accommodation costs
- are aged 16 years or more
- are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- normally live in New Zealand and intend to stay here
- are not paying rent for a Housing New Zealand property.
It also depends on:
- how much you and your spouse or partner earn
- any money or assets you and your spouse or partner have.
How much you can get
How much you will get on the Accommodation Supplement will depend on:
- your income
- your assets
- your accommodation costs
- your family circumstances
- where you live.
Accommodation Supplement calculator (Working for Families website)
Work out how much Accommodation Supplement you might be entitled to.
For more information
The information provided in this page is a guide only. Please contact us to talk about your individual circumstances.
If you'd like more information please download our brochure:
Need extra help with costs? (PDF 311.52KB)
A guide to allowances and extra payments for people on a benefit.
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.
Extra Help Application Form (PDF 316.82KB)
The Accommodation Supplement application form to use if you’re already getting assistance from us.
How long do I have to complete my application?
You have 20 working days from when you first contacted us. You'll need to provide us with any supporting documentation required for your application within this time. If you don't do this, you may have to reapply.
If you can't complete your application within 20 working days for any reason, please contact us.