Child Disability Allowance
Child Disability Allowance is a fortnightly payment made to the main carer of a child or young person with a serious disability. It is paid in recognition of the extra care needed for that child.
Who can get it
You may get a Child Disability Allowance if :
- you are the main carer of the child (or if there is no main carer, you have care of the child for the time being)
- you are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- the child has been assessed as needing constant care and attention for at least 12 months because of a serious disability
- the child or young person is under 18.
Both you and the child should also normally live in New Zealand and intend to stay here.
This information is a guide only. Please contact us to talk about your individual circumstances.
How much you can get
This payment is not affected by:
- how much you and your spouse or partner earn
- any money or assets you and your spouse or partner have.
For more information
If you'd like more information please read our brochure:
Disability assistance
A guide about the Disability Allowance, Special Disability Allowance, Modification Grant, and Child Disability Allowance.
For more detail about the Child Disability Allowance, please go to our:
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.
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.