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10.2.7.20 Embargoes on Arrears of New Zealand Benefits

Embargoes

Article 19 of the Agreement contains embargo provisions discussed in 10.1.8.20. This means that any overpayment of Australian benefit resulting from the grant of a New Zealand benefit can be withheld from any arrears resulting from the grant of that benefit. Centrelink International Services is responsible for liaising with New Zealand and making the necessary arrangements.

Act reference: SS(IntAgree)Act Schedule 3 New Zealand

Policy reference: SS Guide 10.1.8.20 Embargoes on Arrears of Comparable Foreign Payment

Last reviewed: 3 July 2017

The Australian Government acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, water, culture and community. We pay our respects to the Elders both past and present.