Before you start
You will need your estate or trust’s:
- IRD number
- income details
- claimable losses
- bank account number
- distribution details.
In myIR, go to your income tax account
This is on the homepage once you've logged in.
Select 'More...'
Select 'File or amend return'
Then select the income tax return you want to file.
Follow the prompts to complete your return
- Select your income types.
- Enter the required information, including any beneficiary distributions.
- Complete any additional forms that apply to your situation.
Our Estate or trust return guide - IR6 and our Estate or trust return notes and worksheet - IR6N will help you understand the filing amounts.
Log in to myIR
You can print and complete the forms. Once you have filled out the forms, sign and send the forms to us.
Make sure to attach any supported documents.
Inland Revenue
PO Box 39010
Wellington Mail Centre
Lower Hutt 5045
New Zealand
Your responsibilities
Contact us if you do not have your estate or trust’s IRD number.
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Last updated:
01 Apr 2025