Income test for Disability Support Payment
Your income can reduce how much we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Payment schedule and rates for people outside Australia
We’ll pay your pension differently if you live outside Australia on a permanent or long term basis.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Payment
You can still get Carer Payment if you take a break from providing care.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Who can get NSW East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding, May 2025 - DRA
You must meet eligibility rules to get Disaster Recovery Allowance (DRA).
Replace a lost or stolen Pensioner Concession Card or Health Care Card
If your Pensioner Concession Card is lost, stolen or ruined, we can post you a new card if you need one.
Income from outside Australia
Income you get from outside Australia can count in your income test.
Details of income stream product form (SA330)
Use this form to give us information about your income stream, so we can calculate your payment.
Residence rules for Carer Payment
To be eligible for Carer Payment you must meet the residence rules.