ISA (NZ) 610

Using the Work of Internal Auditors


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Deals with the external auditor’s responsibilities if using the work of internal auditors.

This includes:

  1. using the work of the internal audit function in obtaining audit evidence; and
  2. using internal auditors to provide direct assistance under the direction, supervision and review of the external auditor.

Applicable for audits of financial statements for periods as indicated. Also applies to subsequent annual reporting periods until that standard is superseded by a new/amended/revised standard. Versions prior to the Previous version below will have been archived.

  • ISA (NZ) 610 (Revised 2013) – Periods beginning on or after 15 Dec 2023

    Date of issue: Apr 2013

    Date compiled: Jun 2023

New version not yet mandatory

  • ISA (NZ) 610 – Periods beginning on or after
    5 Feb 2026

    Date of issue: Feb 2026


    Additional material: ISA (NZ) 610 (2026) marked up version
  • Explanation for decision made Reissued ISAs (NZ)

    Date of issue: Feb 2026

Previous version

  • ISA (NZ) 610 (Revised 2013) – Periods beginning on or after
    15 Dec 2022 (early adoption permitted)

    Date of issue: Apr 2013

    Date compiled: May 2022