2026 Waitangi Day payments and closures
30 January 2026.
When we're open and when you'll be paid on Waitangi Day, Friday 6 February 2026.
Payment dates
There are no changes to payment dates this year. You will still be paid on your normal pay day.
Our offices and contact centres
These will be closed on Friday 6 February.
Declare your income early
If you declare your income regularly, you need to do this before 6pm on Thursday 5 February 2026.
Using our online services
You can use MyStudyLink at any time, including public holidays. MyStudyLink is our online service where you can apply and manage your information online. You can use it to do things like:
- declare income for your Student Allowance
- claim course-related costs on your Student Loan
- check the status of your application
- view and update your Student Loan living costs.