How to Apply
How to apply to have a benefit decision reviewed by the Social Security Appeal Authority.
Appeals to the Social Security Appeal Authority must be in writing and submitted to the Ministry of Justice Tribunals Unit, which provides administrative support to the Authority.
There are two ways to lodge an appeal.
Notice of Appeal form
Download and complete a Notice of Appeal (PDF, 310Kb)
Write to the Authority
You can lodge an appeal by writing to the Authority providing the following information:
- Your name and address
- Your benefit or pension number
- The date of the decision you are appealing
- If possible, a copy of the decision you are appealing
- Why you disagree with the decision of the Benefits Review Committee, the Chief Executive, or the Secretary for War Pensions
- What you would like the Appeal Authority to do for you.
Post your appeal to:
Social Security Appeal Authority
Tribunals Unit
Private Bag 32-001
Panama Street
Wellington 6146
Or deliver it to:
Social Security Appeal Authority
Tribunals Unit
Level 1, Customhouse Quay
Wellington 6011
