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.
Income from outside Australia
Income you get from outside Australia can count in your income test.
Funeral bonds and prepaid funerals
Funeral costs you pay for in advance normally don’t count in your assets test for payments from us. There are some exceptions.
Retirement village or lifestyle village rent type for rent assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you’re in retirement living.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
Mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 or older
Find out about your mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 and over.
How much Parenting Payment you can get
How much Parenting Payment you can get depends on your and your partner’s circumstances.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
How to transfer to Age Pension online
Complete the following steps to transfer to Age Pension. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Payment schedule and rates for people outside Australia
We’ll pay your pension differently if you live outside Australia on a permanent or long term basis.