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Does New Zealand have a Social Security agreement with the US?

New Zealand does not have a social security system requiring compulsory contributions from employees. Thus, New Zealand has not entered into a Totalization Agreement with the United States thus there is opportunity to avoid double taxation of social security income for US expat tax in New Zealand.

Do New Zealanders have a Social Security number?

A Social Security number in New Zealand is called an IRD number. You do not need an IRD number to open a bank account or rent an apartment.

Is a Social Security number required?

A Social Security number is important because you need it to get a job, collect Social Security benefits and get some other government services. You should keep your Social Security card in a safe place with your other important papers and avoid giving it out unnecessarily.

Can I hire an employee without a Social Security number?

It is legal to hire someone who does not have a social security number. However, the employer must have the employee complete an affidavit or IRS approved document for failure to obtain a valid tax identification number.

Can an employer hire someone without a Social Security number?

Despite the widespread misunderstanding that it is illegal for an employer to pay an employee who does not have an SSN, there is nothing in the law prohibiting it. On the other hand, employers of workers lacking SSNs are still required to pay them. (Sorry, roofing contractors.)

What countries does NZ have a Social Security agreement with?

New Zealand has social security agreements with Australia, Denmark, Greece, Jersey and Guernsey, Ireland, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. You will need to re-apply for your New Zealand benefit or pension under the appropriate agreement if you move to any of these countries.

What countries does NZ have a social security agreement with?

What is Social Security in NZ?

Social security. Social security benefits are administered by Work and Income. As of July 2013, they include: Child Disability Allowance – for people providing full-time care for a child or young person (under 18) with a disability.