How much you can get
You’ll get the allowance with your regular payment each fortnight.
| Your situation | Fortnightly payment amount |
|---|---|
| Single | $6.20 |
| Part of a couple | $3.10 each |
You don’t pay tax on Pharmaceutical Allowance, even if you get it as an advance payment.
Next: How to apply
We’ll assess if you can get Pharmaceutical Allowance. You don’t need to apply unless you want an advance payment.
Page last updated: 21 October 2019
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