Employment Separation Certificate form (SU001)
You can ask your previous employer to use this form to certify important employment information about you.
Waiting periods
You may have to wait before your payments start.
Understanding the liquid asset waiting period
We have a new video to help you understand the liquid asset waiting period.
When you need an Employment Separation Certificate
If you or your partner stop work or change from full time to casual work, you may need to give us an Employment Separation Certificate.
Income test for JobSeeker Payment
Your or your partner’s income can reduce how much we pay you.
Severe financial hardship for Crisis Payment
For the purposes of Crisis Payment, you’re in severe financial hardship if you meet certain criteria.
Getting a payment when you’re recently unemployed
We have payments to help you when you’re unemployed or can’t work while you’re sick or injured. Which one you get depends on your circumstances.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between one and 13 weeks.
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.
Income specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians
If you or your partner earn an income or someone gives you money from any source, you need to let us know.