Who can get Fares Allowance
You must be a tertiary student living away from home to study to get Fares Allowance.
What we pay Fares Allowance for
If you’re eligible, you can get Fares Allowance for the following situations.
How much Remote Area Allowance you can get
The amount of Remote Area Allowance you can get depends on if you’re single or in a couple.
How the Rent Deduction Scheme works
First you’ll need to authorise your rent deduction with your housing authority.
Moving for study
There is support available if you move to start studying or training.
Living in a rural or remote area
Find out what support you can get if you live and work in rural, regional or remote Australia.
Transitioning out of state care
Find help if you’re transitioning out of state or foster care.
Moving for work
You may decide to move house to increase your chance of finding a job. There is support available if you move to find a job.
Northern Territory natural disaster support
Help for people directly affected by a natural disaster in the NT, such as fires, storms or floods.
South Australia natural disaster support
Help for people directly affected by a natural disaster in SA, such as fires, storms or floods.