Residence rules for Carer Allowance
To be eligible for Carer Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Carer Allowance rules for the person you care for
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
Who can get Carer Allowance
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
Rules for the person you care for to get Carer Payment
The person you care for must meet rules for you to get Carer Payment.
How much Carer Allowance you can get
Carer Allowance is $159.30 each fortnight.
How much Carer Payment you can get
There are different rates of Carer Payment for single and partnered people.
Who can get Essential Medical Equipment Payment and how much you can get
To get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) you must meet the eligibility requirements.
How to claim Carer Allowance
Complete the following steps to claim Carer Allowance. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Evidence for Essential Medical Equipment Payment
We may ask you for some evidence to prove you’re eligible for an Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP).
Carer Payment and/or Carer Allowance Medical Report for a person 16 years or over form (SA332A)
Use this form as part of the assessment of eligibility for Carer Payment, Carer Allowance or Special Disability Trust beneficiary status.