Relationship break-up
If you and your partner have broken up, we may be able to help.
If you're in a violent situation and in need of urgent help, see:
Family violence help and support (New Zealand Police)external
Who can get help
You may be able to get help from us if you're not working or are on a low income and either:
- you and your partner have separated
- your partner has gone to prison
- you've had to leave the family home because of violence
- your partner is no longer supporting you.
What you can get
Need money while you look for work
You're looking for full-time work and need help with day-to-day expenses.
When you apply for Jobseeker Support, there may be some things you need to do before you can get it.
Sole parent with children under 14 to support
Sole parent with children over 14 to support
You're looking for full-time work and caring for children over 14.
When you apply for Jobseeker Support, there may be some things you need to do before you can get it.
Ability to work affected because of a health condition or disability
You have a health condition or disability which affects your ability to work. This means that you have to reduce your hours or stop work for a while. We may still be able to help if you have a job to go back to.
You'll need a medical certificate from your health practitioner, eg, your doctor, to tell us how your health condition or disability affects your ability to work.
International custody dispute
If you're involved in an international child custody and access dispute, you may be able to get help from us.
Unsure of what you'll be able to get
Use "Check what you might get" to find out what help you could qualify for.