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Currency

New Zealand Dollar (NZD)

Languages

English, Māori

Minimum wage

NZD 23.65/hour (2026 reference)

Standard Working Hours

40 hours per week

Probation period

Up to 90 days

Paid leave

20 annual days

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New Zealand allows various types of employment agreements, all of which must be written and compliant with employment legislation.

Common contract types:

  • Permanent contracts
  • Fixed-term contracts
  • Part-time contracts
  • Casual contracts
  • Remote work arrangements

Contracts must include:

  • Pay details
  • Hours of work
  • Leave entitlements
  • KiwiSaver information
  • Notice periods
  • Termination conditions

Notice Periods:

  • Commonly 2–4 weeks
  • 90-day trial periods allowed for small employers

Termination must be justified, fair, and documented.

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Note: This is general guidance, not legal advice. Always confirm with a New Zealand HR expert before finalizing contracts or terminations.

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Mandatory Benefits:

  • Annual leave
  • Sick leave
  • Public holidays
  • KiwiSaver contributions
  • Parental leave
  • ACC workplace injury insurance

Leave Policies:

Annual Leave: 20 days per year.

Sick Leave: 10 days per year.

Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks paid + extended unpaid leave.

Healthcare:
New Zealand provides public healthcare, and employers may optionally offer private health insurance.

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New Zealand applies PAYE withholding for employees.

Personal Income Tax: 10.5% to 39% depending on income.

Employer must deduct:

  • PAYE tax
  • ACC levy
  • KiwiSaver contributions (if enrolled)

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  • Payroll Frequency: Weekly, fortnightly, or monthly
  • Payroll Currency: NZD

Additional Payments:

  • Overtime
  • Shift allowances
  • Meal allowances

Statutory Contributions:

  • Employer KiwiSaver: 3% minimum
  • ACC levy varies by industry
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Foreign employees generally require:

  • Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV)
  • Residence visas
  • Employer sponsorship

Proper documentation ensures smooth and compliant hiring.

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An EOR helps companies hire in New Zealand without establishing a local entity while ensuring full compliance.

Your EOR manages:

  • Compliant employment contracts
  • Payroll & salary payments
  • KiwiSaver contributions
  • Tax filings & mandatory deductions
  • HR compliance & documentation
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A New Zealand payroll calculator can:

  • Estimate total employer cost
  • Calculate PAYE deductions
  • Show KiwiSaver contributions
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FAQ – New Zealand

An EOR manages compliant hiring, payroll, KiwiSaver, and statutory contributions.

New Zealand labour laws regulate wages, leave entitlements, employment agreements, and fair termination practices.

Employees are paid through PAYE payroll with mandatory KiwiSaver and ACC deductions.

You can hire through your own New Zealand entity or use a Dhi ADT EOR for fast, compliant onboarding.

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