Financial Assistance

We know funeral costs can feel overwhelming. Our team can guide you through available financial support—such as WINZ, ACC, KiwiSaver, and insurance—and help with the paperwork to make things easier.

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Work and Income Funeral Grant

Work and Income Funeral Grant

The Work and Income Funeral Grant is government financial assistance that helps families cover essential funeral costs in New Zealand. Eligible families may receive up to $2,616.12 to support expenses such as embalming, caskets, cremation or burial fees, hearse transport, compulsory cemetery costs, and newspaper notices. The Grant does not need to be repaid if all criteria are met, and is available to people who were ordinarily living in New Zealand at the time of their passing. To apply, families need to provide identification, a death certificate, and an itemised funeral account. This support can make a meaningful difference for those managing funeral costs during a difficult time, especially for whānau in Auckland and across Aotearoa.

Chat with our team if you are experiencing financial difficulty, you may also be eligible for a KiwiSaver Significant Hardship Withdrawal, Kiwisaver Deceased Estate Withdrawl or the ACC Accidental Death Grant

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  • Who can get the Funeral Grant?

    Families arranging a funeral for a NZ citizen or resident may qualify, depending on the deceased’s estate and family income.

  • How much does the grant pay?

    Work and Income can contribute up to a maximum of $2,616.12 toward essential funeral costs.

  • How do I apply?

    You don’t need to apply alone — our team prepares the paperwork and submits the application to Work and Income on your behalf.

  • How long does the grant take to process?

    Most applications are processed within 5–10 working days, as long as all documents are provided.

Financial support during a difficult time shouldn’t be confusing.

Our team will guide you through every option - Work and Income, ACC, KiwiSaver, insurance, or bank withdrawals - and help you complete each application correctly. With clear explanations and practical support, we make accessing financial assistance in Auckland simple and stress-free.