How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
- Separated parents
- Most useful information
Separation details form (MOD S)
Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.
- Relationship changes
- Most useful information
Relationship details form (SS284)
Use this form to provide us details of your living arrangements. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
- Relationship changes
- Most useful information
Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Setting up online accounts for Centrelink
To do your business with us, create a myGov account and link it to Centrelink.
- Managing your money
- Manage your money
Understanding loans and credit
There are things you should consider when borrowing money. We have information about different types of loans, credit and lenders to help you manage your money.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
- Prove your identity
- Proving your identity online
How to prove your identity to Centrelink using your Digital ID
How to prove who you are to Centrelink using your Digital ID.