Most not-for-profit organisations need IRD numbers, including:
- charities
- trusts (including charitable trusts)
- clubs
- societies (incorporated and unincorporated).
Here's our full list of organisations that need IRD numbers.
IRD numbers for businesses and organisations
Setting up with other organisations
To set up your not-for-profit, you may also need to contact the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) or Department of Internal Affairs (DIA) - Charities Services.
If you do not need to set up your not-for-profit with any other organisations, you can apply for your IRD number here.
New Zealand business or organisation IRD number application
Companies, incorporated societies and charitable trusts
Companies, incorporated societies or charitable trusts must be registered with MBIE's Companies Office before you apply for an IRD number.
All registers - Companies Office
Charities
If you’re a charity and you intend to register with Charities Services, you do not need to apply for your IRD number.
We will send one to you after Charities Services lets us know that you are registered with them.
Still need help?
If your not-for-profit does not fit into any of the categories listed, or if you are unsure if it needs an IRD number, contact us at [email protected]
Tell us what your organisation is intending to do, and we'll help you.