How much Youth Allowance for job seekers you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Youth Allowance for job seekers you get. These are the maximum rates.
Looking for work and job hunting
There are tools and services to help you look for work. Here are some of the most helpful ones.
Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
If you apply for Youth Allowance as a job seeker, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
Prepare to transfer to Age Pension from JobSeeker Payment
You can’t get JobSeeker Payment if you’re over Age Pension age.
Payment rates for Energy Supplement on a pension or an allowance
If you're on a pension or an allowance the Energy Supplement amount you get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances and the payment or services you get.
How much Language, Literacy and Numeracy Supplement you can get
You’ll get an extra $20.80 with your main payment every fortnight while you’re in the Skills for Education and Employment (SEE) program.
Claim for Mobility Allowance form (MA001)
Use this form to claim Mobility Allowance.
Mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 or older
Find out about your mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 and over.
Re-entering the workforce after looking for work
Getting back to work after a long break can be challenging. Here are tips and resources to help you get back into the workforce.
Who can get Youth Allowance for job seekers
You need to meet some rules to get Youth Allowance as a job seeker.