COVID-19: Information for businesses
The government’s central resource for COVID-19 business information with updates about COVID-19 and guidance to help businesses. Here’s where you’ll find information about:
- COVID-19 Protection Framework
- Testing and returning to work
- what to do if you have a COVID-19 case at your business
- option to require My Vaccine Passes for entry
- financial support for businesses
- face covering requirements for staff and customers
Please refer to the Ministry of Health for health-related information and covid19.govt.nz for all other information from government.
COVID-19(external link) — Ministry of Health
COVID-19 Protection Framework
See the operating guidelines for your business or service under the new COVID-19 Protection Framework (traffic lights).
Testing and returning to work
What your business needs to know about COVID-19 testing and returning to work.
What to do if you have a COVID-19 case at your business
See what to consider and the steps to take if you or one of your workers test positive for COVID-19.
Dealing with COVID-19
Make a plan to reduce the risk of COVID-19 infections in your workplace and plan for potential staff shortages and supply chain issues.
Requiring My Vaccine Passes for entry
Businesses can choose whether to require customers to have My Vaccine Passes as a condition of entry.
Financial support for businesses
A summary of the financial support available to help you, your business and employees in times of difficulty, to recover from the effects of COVID-19.
Forecast your cash flow
In times of uncertainty, understanding your financial situation is important. Use our cash flow forecaster to help stay on top of your finances.
Mental health and wellbeing support
Tools, tips and resources to help you, your team, and your business stay happy and healthy and find support when you need it.
Keep your data secure
It is critical that kiwi businesses recognise the importance of digital security.
Update: Vaccination requirements in the workplace
Government vaccination mandates have now been removed for some sectors. Businesses are encouraged to pause any vaccination-related employment processes, and review their own COVID-19 work health and safety assessment against the latest public health advice.
Read the latest guidance on vaccination and the workplace.