Ordinary waiting period
You may have to wait for a week before your payment starts. We will let you know when you claim if this applies to you.
What happens when you give us a medical certificate for JobSeeker Payment
We use your medical certificate to work out if you need an exemption from your requirements for a short time. This is so you can keep getting JobSeeker Payment.
How to get Energy Supplement
You don't need to apply for Energy Supplement. We’ll include it with your regular payment.
How to report and manage your JobSeeker Payment
To keep getting JobSeeker Payment you need to report every 2 weeks. You also need to keep meeting your mutual obligation requirements.
Prepare to transfer to Age Pension from JobSeeker Payment
You can’t get JobSeeker Payment if you’re over Age Pension age.
How to apply to transfer to Age Pension
If you already get an eligible payment, we’ll invite you to apply to transfer to Age Pension. This will be 13 weeks before you reach Age Pension age.
How much Mobility Allowance you can get
You can get a standard rate or higher rate of Mobility Allowance depending on your circumstances.
How much JobSeeker Payment you can get
We pay JobSeeker Payment every 2 weeks. The amount you get depends on your personal situation.
Starting your claim for JobSeeker Payment
You can start your claim for JobSeeker Payment up to 13 weeks before your circumstances change.
When to claim Youth Allowance for job seekers
When you can submit your claim for Youth Allowance for job seekers depends on your situation. You may be able to start your claim early.