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Eligibility for publicly funded health services

Being eligible gives a person a right to be considered for free or subsidised health or disability services.
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  • Eligibility explained

    Being eligible means a person can be considered for free or subsidised healthcare or disability services. It doesn't mean they're entitled to it.

  • Guide to eligibility for public health services

    Choose the option that matches your situation.
  • Eligibility A-Z for service providers

    An A-Z reference for public health service providers about who is and who isn't eligible for free health care in Aotearoa New Zealand.
  • Resources for service providers to check eligibility

    These resources have been designed to assist service providers to establish whether a person is eligible for publicly funded health services.
  • Reciprocal health agreements

    New Zealand has reciprocal health agreements with Australia and the United Kingdom (UK).

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