Vehicle Modification Funding
If you have a serious disability and need help to buy or modify a car or other vehicle, you may be able to get Vehicle Modification Funding.
Who can get it
For information about who can get this payment, go to the Disability Support Services website.
Vehicle modifications - Disability Support Servicesexternal
How much you can get
This depends on:
- the cost of the vehicle or modifications
- how much you and your partner earn
- any money or assets you and your partner have.
View the maximum payments - Manual and Procedures websiteexternal
How to apply
You need to talk to an occupational therapist who will do an assessment of your needs. They will submit an application to one of the service providers, Accessable or Enable New Zealand.
For information about how to apply, go to the Disability Support Services website.