How long do I have to make a claim in New Zealand?
General limitation rules in New Zealand. Indicative only: exceptions, suspensions and recent reforms are common, so confirm your deadline with a lawyer.
- Contract claims
- 6 years. Money claims generally 6 years, with late-knowledge extensions and a 15-year long-stop.
- Non-contractual damages (tort)
- 6 years
- Personal injury
- Varies, ask a lawyer
- Employment (e.g. dismissal)
- 90 days. Personal grievances must generally be raised within 90 days.
- Fraud (civil claim)
- 6 years (from knowledge)