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Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders

National Emergency Management Agency · Australia

This grant provides Disaster Recovery Allowance payments to New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have lost income as a direct result of a major disaster. It is administered by Services Australia on behalf of the National Emergency Management Agency.

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Deadline

Rolling / Ongoing

Duration

4 years

Location

Australia

Who Can Apply

• Applicant is a New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holder • Applicant has lost income as a direct result of a major disaster • Applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Program Guidelines • Applicant's claim will be assessed by Services Australia against qualification criteria • Applicant may need to provide evidence supporting eligibility
Applicants must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Program Guidelines. The grant is intended for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have lost income as a direct result of a major disaster. Claims are assessed by Services Australia against qualification criteria, and claimants may be required to provide evidence that they meet the criteria for payment.

What's Funded

Income support payments for eligible New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders affected by a major disaster.

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Expected Outcomes

Eligible claimants receive short-term financial assistance to help offset income loss caused directly by a major disaster.

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Key Information

Applicant Types

individual

Stage

any

Funding Purposes

communityother

Keywords

disaster recoverydisaster reliefincome supportNew Zealand visa holderssubclass 444major disasterServices AustraliaNational Emergency Management Agency

Official Grant Page

National Emergency Management Agency

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders?

The Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders is a mixed grant offered by National Emergency Management Agency in Australia. This grant provides Disaster Recovery Allowance payments to New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have lost income as a direct result of a major disaster. It is administered by Services Australia on behalf of the National Emergency Management Agency.
2

Who is eligible for the Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders?

  • Applicant is a New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holder
  • Applicant has lost income as a direct result of a major disaster
  • Applicant must meet the eligibility criteria outlined in the Program Guidelines
  • Applicant's claim will be assessed by Services Australia against qualification criteria
  • Applicant may need to provide evidence supporting eligibility
3

When does the Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders close?

Applications close on 30 June 2027. This is a rolling program — new rounds may open.
4

What activities are funded?

Income support payments for eligible New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders affected by a major disaster.
5

How do I apply for the Disaster Recovery Allowance for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders?

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