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Disaster Recovery Payment for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders — Australia, 2025-26

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National Emergency Management Agency

This grant provides disaster recovery payments to New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have been adversely affected by a major disaster. It is administered by Services Australia on behalf of the National Emergency Management Agency and operates from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2027.

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Deadline

Rolling / Ongoing

Duration

4 years

Location

Australia

Who Can Apply

• Must be a New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holder • Must have been adversely affected by a major disaster • Must meet the eligibility and qualification criteria set out in the Program Guidelines • May need to provide evidence supporting eligibility when requested
Applicants must be New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have been adversely affected by a major disaster, in accordance with the eligibility criteria outlined in the Program Guidelines. Claims are assessed by Services Australia against the qualification criteria, and claimants may be required to provide evidence that they meet the eligibility criteria for the payment.

What's Funded

Direct financial assistance payments to eligible individuals affected by a declared major disaster.

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Expected Outcomes

Eligible claimants receive timely disaster recovery financial support to assist with the impacts of major disasters.
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Key Information

Applicant Types

individual

Stage

any

Funding Purposes

communityother

Keywords

disaster recoverynatural disasterNew Zealand citizenssubclass 444emergency reliefindividual supportServices AustraliaNEMA

Official Grant Page

National Emergency Management Agency

Frequently Asked Questions

1

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

The Disaster Recovery Payment 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 payments to New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have been adversely affected by a major disaster. It is administered by Services Australia on behalf of the National Emergency Management Agency and operates from 1 July 2023 to 30 June 2027.
2

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

  • Must be a New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holder
  • Must have been adversely affected by a major disaster
  • Must meet the eligibility and qualification criteria set out in the Program Guidelines
  • May need to provide evidence supporting eligibility when requested
3

When does the Disaster Recovery Payment 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?

Direct financial assistance payments to eligible individuals affected by a declared major disaster.
5

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

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