How to manage your Special Benefit
Your options and obligations for Special Benefit.
Who can get Status Resolution Support Services payment
You may be able to get this payment if you’re unable to support yourself while resolving your immigration status.
When we’ll pay the Status Resolution Support Services payment
We’ll pay you the SRSS payment once the Department of Home Affairs tell us you’re eligible.
How to apply for Status Resolution Support Services payment
Contact a SRSS service provider in your state or territory. They’ll help you apply for the SRSS payment.
How to report your Status Resolution Support Services payment income
If you or your partner get any income from work, you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right Status Resolution Support Services payment (SRSS) amount.
What details you can view and update using your Centrelink online account
You can view, update or add information using your online account.
Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
Reciprocating jurisdictions and residency for child support
We have arrangements for child support with a number of countries. We call these reciprocating jurisdictions.
Payment and Service Finder
An online tool to see what payments and services you may be eligible for.
Income from outside Australia
Income you get from outside Australia can count in your income test.