A general bond is capped at 4 weeks' rent and must be lodged with Tenancy Services within 23 working days of receiving it. Use the calculator below, then follow the checklist.
Bond calculator
Enter weekly rent to see the maximum general bond under NZ rules (4 weeks' rent).
Results appear as you type a valid weekly rent.
Prefer a full-page tool? Open the standalone NZ bond calculator.
Step-by-step checklist
- Record the bond amount and payment date.
- Confirm the tenancy details and payer details are accurate.
- Complete lodgement paperwork/workflow promptly.
- Store receipts, references, and confirmation notes.
- Track any later bond adjustments and final outcomes.
What to keep in your records
Keep the lodgement confirmation, reference numbers, dates, and tenant communications in one place. This makes end-of-tenancy processing smoother.
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TenancyIQ keeps bond milestones visible, alongside rent and compliance, for each property.
General information only, not legal advice. Check official Tenancy Services guidance for current requirements. For the June 2026 digital bond changes (refunds and online-only forms), see our bond digital changes FAQ.