SuperGold Card — free off-peak public transport plus thousands of discounts
SuperGold Card
Paid by Ministry of Social Development · 🇳🇿 New Zealand
What this pays
The published value, how it is calculated, and whether it is cash or a credit ceiling.
Email and a six-digit code, then €50 a year. No password to forget.
Who qualifies
UnlockThe 4 published rules this programme tests you against — age, income, residency, household and the rest.
The steps, documents and official link are part of the paid plan. Checking how much you're owed stays free.
1 document you'll need
UnlockExactly what to gather before you start, so nothing sends you back to the beginning.
Where this comes from
Use your SuperGold card or Veteran SuperGold card to get business discounts, free or discounted council services, and free off-peak travel on public transport.
https://www.govt.nz/browse/tax-benefits-and-finance/supergold-card/
A researcher has read this record against the official page.
Verified on 12 August 2026
Source: www.govt.nz
Related reading: How to read a grant eligibility rule
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