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New Zealand Tax Information

15% GST

GST is 15% flat. Registration mandatory above NZD 60,000 turnover. IRD number required.

Game Developer Services to Invoice

  • Game development
  • Level design
  • Game mechanics
  • Unity/Unreal work
  • Mobile games
  • VR/AR games
  • Game porting

Invoice Requirements in New Zealand

GST number
IRD number
Business address
Client details
GST (15%)
Total in NZD

Payment Terms

Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

Due on receipt7 days20th of monthNet 30

Payment Methods in New Zealand

Bank TransferPOLiCredit CardPayPal

Game Developer Invoice Tips

  • Reference build versions
  • Include milestone deliverables
  • Document platform targets
  • Note engine licenses
  • Track asset creation

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to game developer invoices in New Zealand?

New Zealand has 15% GST. GST is 15% flat. Registration mandatory above NZD 60,000 turnover. IRD number required.

What payment methods are common for game developers in New Zealand?

Common payment methods in New Zealand include: Bank Transfer, POLi, Credit Card, PayPal. Milestone-based: prototype, alpha, beta, release. Publishers often Net 30-60.

What should game developer invoices include in New Zealand?

Your invoice should include: GST number, IRD number, Business address, Client details. For game developer services specifically, also include: Game development, Level design, Game mechanics.

How to structure game dev payments?

Milestone payments: concept, prototype, alpha, beta, gold master.

Should engine licenses be included?

Pass through at cost or factor into project. Specify in contract.

What is NZ's GST rate?

15% flat on most goods and services. Financial services are exempt.