Principal carer rules for Parenting Payment
To get Parenting Payment you must be the main carer of a young child or children.
Mutual obligation requirements for principal carers
These are tasks and activities you agree to do to keep getting your payment. They give you a better chance of finding work.
Mutual obligation requirements
Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. Penalties may apply if you don’t meet them.
Program of Support for Disability Support Pension
You may need to participate in a Program of Support before you claim Disability Support Pension (DSP).
Work Bonus and your partner’s income
Your partner’s assessable income may also change with the Work Bonus.
Details of income stream product form (SA330)
Use this form to give us information about your income stream, so we can calculate your payment.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
What to report when you report income to Centrelink
We need to know the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
Private Trust form (MOD PT)
Use this form if in the last 5 years, you or your partner have been involved with or have transferred funds or assets to a private trust that has not been vested.
How much Parenting Payment you can get
How much Parenting Payment you can get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances.