Private Tutor Tax Calculator New Zealand

Estimate what you could get back as a private tutor in New Zealand. Applies New Zealand marginal rates and the ACC earners’ levy. Free, and no sign-up.

What private tutors can claim in New Zealand

In New Zealand salary and wage earners generally cannot claim work-related expenses at all, so every deduction listed below applies to the self-employed, contractors and sole traders who file an IR3 and pay their own ACC levies and provisional tax.

You can only claim the work-related portion, you must have spent the money yourself without reimbursement, and you need a record to prove it.

Frequently asked questions

What can a private tutor claim on tax in New Zealand?

Commonly claimed deductions include textbooks and workbooks, online tutoring platform fees, depreciation on laptop and webcam, whiteboard and stationery. In New Zealand salary and wage earners generally cannot claim work-related expenses at all, so every deduction listed below applies to the self-employed, contractors and sole traders who file an IR3 and pay their own ACC levies and provisional tax.

How much tax does a private tutor pay in New Zealand?

It depends on your income. The calculator applies New Zealand marginal rates and the ACC earners’ levy.

Do I need to sign up to use this calculator?

No. This calculator is completely free and requires no account. Nothing you enter is saved.

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Estimate only — not tax advice. Confirm with the IRD or a registered tax professional.