Changes to the Youth Disability Supplement payment
We update the Youth Disability Supplement payment rate on 1 January each year.
Change of circumstances if you get Youth Disability Supplement
You must tell us about changes that may affect your payment within 14 days of the change.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Claiming ABSTUDY Incidentals Allowance as a higher education student or Australian Apprentice
Complete the steps on this page to claim ABSTUDY Incidentals Allowance. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Pay tax on your Youth Disability Supplement payment
If you’re 16 or older and get this supplement with an income support payment your supplement may be taxable.
ABSTUDY Living Allowance maximum rates for independent students and Australian Apprentices
These payment rates are only a guide. They're for full time and approved concessional study load students and apprentices.
Claiming ABSTUDY Living Allowance as a tertiary student or Australian Apprentice
Complete the steps on this page to claim ABSTUDY Living Allowance as a tertiary student or Australian Apprentice. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
If you’re independent for Youth Allowance through paid work
You may be independent if you’ve supported yourself through paid work.