Tax policy news
New double tax agreement with the United Kingdom signed
04 June 2026
New Zealand and the United Kingdom have signed a new double tax agreement (DTA) to replace the current agreement, which entered into force in 1984.
Consultation on proposed regulatory framework for intermediaries
01 May 2026
Inland Revenue is seeking feedback on a proposed regulatory framework for intermediaries.
Consultation on proposed Approved Information Sharing Agreement between Inland Revenue and New Zealand Customs Service
24 April 2026
Inland Revenue and Customs are seeking feedback on a proposed Approved Information Sharing Agreement (AISA).
Consultation on taxation of company loans to shareholders
04 December 2025
Inland Revenue has launched public consultation on proposals to improve the way new loans by companies to shareholders are taxed.
Information releases
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Tax Working Group (2017–2019)
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