Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
When we pre-fill your information
There are some things you need to know about income, Single Touch Payroll (STP) and other details we pre-fill into reports for you.
Authorising a person or organisation to enquire or act on your behalf form (SS313)
Use this form to authorise a person or organisation in Australia to be your nominee so they can enquire or act on your behalf with Centrelink.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
Centrelink online account help - Claim the Disaster Recovery Payment
Instructions on how to claim the Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment or New Zealand Disaster Recovery Payment for an active disaster event using your Centrelink online account.
Who can get Tertiary Access Payment
To get the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP), you need to meet some rules.
Employment Separation Certificate form (SU001)
You can ask your previous employer to use this form to certify important employment information about you.
Verification of voluntary work form (SU462)
Job seekers and voluntary work organisations can use this form.
Setting up online accounts for Centrelink
To do your business with us, create a myGov account and link it to Centrelink.