Explaining the decision for Disability Support Pension
After we assess your claim for Disability Support Pension (DSP), we’ll tell you the outcome and explain our decision.
Non-medical rules for Disability Support Pension
You need to meet all the non-medical rules to get Disability Support Pension (DSP).
How we assess granny flat interests
You need to tell us the value of the granny flat interest so we can assess if this affects your payments.
What happens when you give us a medical certificate for Disability Support Pension
We use your medical certificate to work out if you need an exemption from your participation requirements. This is so you can keep getting Disability Support Pension while you recover.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
Residence rules for Disability Support Pension
To be eligible for Disability Support Pension (DSP) you must meet the residence rules.
Business structures
Your business structure may affect your and your partner’s payments from us.
Manifest medical rules for Disability Support Pension
You may get Disability Support Pension (DSP) if you meet manifest medical rules.
Disability Support Pension Medical Evidence Checklist form (SA473)
Use this checklist to help ensure you have the right medical evidence to support your claim for Disability Support Pension.
General medical rules for Disability Support Pension
If you meet the general medical rules, you may get Disability Support Pension (DSP).