myIR is Inland Revenue’s online portal where you manage your tax affairs — view tax assessments, file returns, make payments, update your details, and communicate with IRD. This guide covers how to set up and use myIR effectively.
Go to ird.govt.nz and click "Log in to myIR". Create an account with your IRD number, date of birth, and a valid email. Once in, you can view income tax, GST, KiwiSaver, and student loan details; respond to automatic tax assessments; file IR3 returns; and make payments. Set up a direct debit for automatic GST and income tax payments.
Setting Up Your myIR Account
If you do not have a myIR account:
- Go to ird.govt.nz
- Click Log in to myIR
- Click Create account
- Enter your IRD number, date of birth, and current address
- Verify your identity with a valid email address and/or phone number
- Set up a secure password and two-factor authentication (recommended)
You will need your IRD number. Find it on letters from IRD, payslips, or your KiwiSaver statement.
Navigating myIR
Once logged in, you will see your tax accounts:
| Account type | What you can do |
|---|---|
| Income tax | View automatic assessments, file IR3, check tax history, see refunds |
| GST | File returns, view GST history, check refund status |
| KiwiSaver | Check contribution balance (approximate), update contribution rate |
| Student loan | See balance, repayment history, check overseas-based status |
| Working for Families | Update family details, view entitlements |
| PAYE | (Employers) File employment information, view schedular payments |
Key Tasks in myIR
Responding to an Automatic Assessment
From May to July each year, IRD sends most PAYE earners an automatic assessment — a pre-filled income tax calculation. You will get a notification in myIR.
To review:
- Go to Income tax → Tax assessments
- Open the assessment for the relevant tax year
- Review your income sources and tax withheld
- If correct: click Confirm (or do nothing — IRD auto-confirms after a deadline)
- If incorrect: click I want to update/dispute this assessment and enter corrections
Filing an IR3 Return
If you need to file an IR3 (self-employed, rental income, overseas income, etc.):
- Go to Income tax → File a return
- Select the relevant tax year
- Work through the income and deductions sections
- Add any tax credits (IETC, donations, etc.)
- Submit and note the confirmation number
Making a Payment
- Go to the relevant tax account (income tax, GST, etc.)
- Click Make a payment
- Options: credit/debit card, internet banking (bank account details provided), or direct debit
Bank transfer details:
- IRD provides bank account numbers for each tax type
- Use your IRD number as the payment reference (always — without it, IRD cannot allocate the payment)
- Include a payment type code (e.g., INC for income tax, GST for goods and services tax)
Updating Your Personal Details
- Go to Profile → Update details
- Update: address, bank account for refunds, contact email, phone number
- Ensure your bank account is correct — IRD sends refunds to the account you specify in myIR
Setting Up Refund Bank Account
To receive refunds directly to your bank account:
- Go to Profile → Bank accounts
- Add or update your bank account number
- IRD will verify the account before processing refunds
Without a bank account on file, refunds are sent by cheque (takes longer and requires manual banking).
Security Tips
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) — myIR supports this
- Never share your myIR login details
- Log out after each session, especially on shared computers
- If you suspect unauthorised access, change your password immediately and contact IRD: 0800 775 247
Frequently Asked Questions
I forgot my myIR password. What do I do?
Click Forgot password on the login page. IRD will send a reset link to your registered email. If you cannot access your email, call IRD on 0800 775 247.
Can I access myIR for my business and personal tax in the same login?
Yes — you can switch between personal and business accounts within myIR using the Switch account option after logging in.
I need to give my accountant access to my myIR. How?
Go to Profile → Manage access and add your accountant as an agent or authorised representative. They can then act on your behalf in myIR.
When are my taxes due in myIR?
Deadlines vary by tax type:
- Income tax (individuals): 7 July (no accountant) or 31 March of the following year (with a tax agent)
- GST: 28th of the month following the end of your GST period
- Provisional tax: Three instalments per year (usually August, January, May)