Child support between Australia and New Zealand
We have special arrangements for collecting and paying child support between Australia and New Zealand.
Private Collect
This is where you and the other parent make and receive payments directly between you. It’s for parents who don’t need much help from us to agree on a plan.
Compare your child support collection options
You can choose between 3 different ways to receive or pay child support.
Ordinary waiting period
You may have to wait for a week before your payment starts. We will let you know when you claim if this applies to you.
Comprehensive Compliance Assessment
An assessment to find out why you haven’t been meeting your mutual obligation requirements.
Receiving child support when you live outside Australia
We may be able to help you with your child support arrangements if you live outside Australia.
Healthy Start for School health check
If your child is turning 4, they may need to have a health check. If they don’t, your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A rate may reduce.
Child support and your Family Tax Benefit Part A
Any child support you receive can affect how much Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A you get.
Paying child support when you live outside Australia
We’ll try to contact you to discuss your payments and check your Australian assessment is correct and reflects your circumstances.
Support services for separated families
We provide separated parents support and information to help with their family situation.