There are 3 different ways to set up child support in New Zealand. We encourage parents and non-parent carers to negotiate their own child support agreements, if possible, with either a private agreement or a voluntary agreement.
If you're getting the Unsupported Child's Benefit for a child, you'll need to apply for a formula assessment.
Depending on which option you choose, the process of setting up child support will be different.
Choosing a type of child support
Which type suits you?
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Last updated:
11 Mar 2024