Newly arrived resident's waiting period
If you’ve recently arrived as a resident in Australia, you may have to wait to get payments or concession cards.
Who can get Special Benefit
You may get Special Benefit if you’re not eligible for any other income support and you meet the eligibility rules.
Exemptions from the newly arrived resident's waiting period
After you arrive in Australia, there can be a waiting period to get some of our payments and concessions. Find out if you may not have to wait this period.
Income from outside Australia
Income you get from outside Australia can count in your income test.
How to claim Special Benefit
Complete the following steps to claim Special Benefit. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Application to provide an Assurance of Support form (SU594)
Use this form to apply to provide an assurance of support to a migrant.
Who can be an assurer for an Assurance of Support
To give an Assurance of Support you must meet certain guidelines.
Types of Assurance of Support
There are 2 types of Assurance of Support. Which one you need depends on the visa type.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
How much Crisis Payment for Humanitarian Entrants you can get
You can only get one Crisis Payment for humanitarian entrants.