Payment rates for Disability Support Pension
How much Disability Support Pension (DSP) you can get depends on your situation.
Before claiming Disability Support Pension
We can help you work out if you may be able to get Disability Support Pension (DSP).
How to claim Disability Support Pension
Complete the following steps to claim Disability Support Pension online. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Consent to disclose medical information form (SA472)
Use this form to confirm that you consent to your treating health providers disclosing relevant information about your disability or medical conditions to us.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.
Supporting documents for Disability Support Pension
We’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim for Disability Support Pension.
Real estate assets
Information about how real estate assets affect your payment under the assets test.
Disability Support Pension Medical Evidence Checklist form (SA473)
Use this checklist to help ensure you have the right medical evidence to support your claim for Disability Support Pension.
Severe financial hardship provisions
We may reduce or waive your waiting period for a payment if you meet the severe financial hardship provisions.
How much you can gift
Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.