Who can get it?
You may get a Childcare Subsidy if you are:
- The main carer of a dependent child
- A New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- You should also normally live in New Zealand and intend to stay here
- It also depends on how much you and your spouse or partner earn
The child must be:
Under five years old (or under six years if you get a Child Disability Allowance for them)
Attending an early childhood programme for three or more hours a week.
A Childcare Subsidy is normally paid for up to nine hours of childcare a week. In some situations you may be able to get up to 50 hours a week.
If you are claiming 20 hours ECE you can’t get Childcare Subsidy for those hours.
This information is a guide only. Contact WINZ (0800 559 009) to talk about your individual circumstances.
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