When to claim JobSeeker Payment
When you can submit your JobSeeker Payment claim depends on your situation. You may be able to start your claim early.
Looking for work and job hunting
There are tools and services to help you look for work. Here are some of the most helpful ones.
Income and assets tests for JobSeeker Payment
You must meet the income and assets tests to get JobSeeker Payment.
Residence rules for JobSeeker Payment
To be eligible for the JobSeeker Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Working Credit
Lets you keep more of your income support payment and benefits if you're working.
Inclusive Employment Australia
Inclusive Employment Australia is an employment service program that can help you prepare for, find and keep a job if you have disability, injury or health conditions.
Residence rules for Mobility Allowance
To be eligible for Mobility Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Change of circumstances when you get JobSeeker Payment
You must tell us if things change as it may affect your JobSeeker Payment.
Which payments are eligible for transfer to Age Pension
If you get an eligible payment, we’ll invite you to apply to transfer to Age Pension.