ACC Workplace Cover levy changes take effect from July 2025. Learn what’s changing and how NZ Bookkeepers and businesses can prepare for new ACC levy rules.
A heads-up for all business owners and Bookkeepers supporting clients with ACC matters: ACC will begin sending out Workplace Cover levy invoices from July.
Why it’s important to check your ACC Details
Many businesses have their details automatically assigned in ACC’s system. Unfortunately, these automatic assignments often result in the wrong levy amount being charged on invoices. To avoid unexpected costs – or the hassle of corrections – ACC strongly encourages businesses to check and confirm their details now, before invoices are issued.
Key changes to ACC Levies
ACC is also rolling out changes to how levies are calculated. These changes aim to improve fairness, ensure sustainability of the scheme, and respond to feedback from businesses. Depending on whether you’re self-employed or an employer – and your specific policy – you could notice differences in your next invoice or future invoices.
Some of the key changes include:
- An increase in the average levy rate
- Changes to minimum and maximum liable earnings levels
- New levy classifications for businesses operating in the sports sector or running home improvement stores
- Interest charges will apply to all instalment plans from 2026
- From 2026, businesses outside Experience Rating will no longer subsidise those within the programme
- The No Claims Discount will end from 2026
It’s crucial to understand these updates, as they could impact your levy calculations and business costs.
Where to find more information
ACC has detailed information on levy invoices and the recent changes on their website: ACC Business Levies and Invoices
As Bookkeepers, staying informed means we can better support clients – or our own businesses – to navigate changes smoothly and avoid surprises.
If you have questions about how these updates might affect your business or clients, we encourage you to talk to ACC directly.
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