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This information applies to out-of-court redress claims with:
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The administrator of your estateopen_in_new (usually a whānau member) would do this.
However, they will not be able to apply for the top-up paymentopen_in_new on your behalf.
Unfortunately, only a living survivor can apply for redress. If you die before making a claim, your whānau will not be able to apply on your behalf.
Only living survivors can apply for the top-up paymentopen_in_new.
If you applied for the top-up payment while living, the administrator of your estateopen_in_new can continue the application on your behalf.
When you apply for redress, the government organisation can give you access to your records as part of processing your claim. You do not need to have your records before you make your claim.