Change of circumstances when you get Carer Allowance
We need to know about changes as they could increase, reduce or stop your Carer Allowance or Carer Allowance Health Care Card.
Medical reviews when you get Carer Allowance
If you’re getting Carer Allowance, we may do a medical review of the person you care for from time to time.
Carer Allowance income review
To make sure you’re paid correctly, we may review your income.
Other forms you may need to complete - Carer Payment
When you make your claim for Carer Payment, we may ask you to give us more information.
Confirm or update your caring details for Carer Payment
If you get Carer Payment, we may send you a letter asking about your caring details and address. We’ll ask you to confirm or update these details.
Prepare to transfer to Age Pension if you get Carer Payment
If you get Carer Payment and you’re Age Pension age, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
Essential Medical Equipment Payment while travelling or living outside Australia
You must be in Australia to get the payment.
Residence rules for Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card
To be eligible for an Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card you must meet the residence rules.
Renew your Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card
You can renew your Ex-Carer Allowance (Child) Health Care Card over the phone.
Travel outside Australia rules for Ex-Carer Allowance Health Care Card
There are rules about how long your Ex-Carer Allowance Health Care Card remains current when you travel outside Australia.