Disaster Recovery Payment for New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders

# 💰 Disaster Recovery Payment for New Zealand Non-Protected Special Category (Subclass 444) Visa Holders This grant, the **Disaster Recovery Payment (NZDRP)**, is designed to provide financial assistance to New Zealand non-protected Special Category (subclass 444) visa holders who have been significantly impacted by a major disaster in Australia. The program aligns with the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment (AGDRP) principles. **Issued By:** National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) **Administered By:** Services Australia, on behalf of NEMA. **Categories:** Disaster Relief (Primary Category: 181000) ## 🎯 Program Objective & Timeline The primary objective is to offer direct financial support to eligible New Zealand citizens affected by natural disasters. The NZDRP grant program is scheduled to run for four years, from **July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2027**. ## ✅ Eligibility & Assessment Eligibility for the NZDRP is strictly in accordance with the detailed criteria outlined in the official Program Guidelines. Claims will be assessed by Services Australia against these qualification criteria. Applicants will receive written notification regarding the outcome of their claim (granted or rejected). Claimants may be required to provide evidence to substantiate their eligibility. ## ⚙️ Application & Selection Process This is a **Demand Driven** grant program, meaning all eligible applications meeting the criteria will be considered. Services Australia aims to process claims rapidly, with payments potentially released in real-time to the claimant’s Australian bank account depending on individual circumstances. **Application Instructions:** Comprehensive information and application details are available directly through Services Australia at: [Natural disaster support - Natural disaster - Services Australia](https://www.servicesaustralia.gov.au/natural-disaster-support). **Total Available Funding:** Not specified. ## 🔑 Keywords Disaster relief, New Zealand visa holders, subclass 444, NEMA, Services Australia, natural disaster, financial assistance, emergency payment, Australia, disaster recovery, grants, NZDRP.