Funeral bonds and prepaid funerals
Funeral costs you pay for in advance normally don’t count in your assets test for payments from us. There are some exceptions.
How we can help you with family and domestic violence concerns
We can help you access our payments and connect you to other support services.
Income and assets test for Special Benefit
We use income and assets tests to check if you can get Special Benefit. We also use these to work out how much you can get.
Getting together for relationship changes
Being in a relationship, whether it’s new or not, can affect what payments you can apply for and how much you’ll get.
Private trusts and companies
If you’re part of a private trust or company, we need to know your share of the income and assets.
Claim for ABSTUDY Allowances and Part time Award form (SY021)
Use this form to claim ABSTUDY as a part time student, a full time student or Australian Apprentice claiming ABSTUDY Incidentals Allowance.
Who can get Special Benefit
You may get Special Benefit if you’re not eligible for any other income support and you meet the eligibility rules.
Financial investments
The value of your financial investments counts in the assets test and income test for payments from us.
What to bring to your Disability Medical Assessment
You’ll need to bring some paperwork to your assessment. You can also bring someone for support.
Breaks from caring when you get Carer Allowance
You can still get Carer Allowance if you take a break from providing care or your care receiver is in hospital.