Getting together for relationship changes
Being in a relationship, whether it’s new or not, can affect what payments you can apply for and how much you’ll get.
Breaking up with your partner
If you break up with your partner, you need to tell us so we can keep paying you the right amount.
Partner details - if you live in Australia form (MOD P)
Use this form to give us information about your partner if you are claiming or receiving a payment or concession card.
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.
Confirm your relationship status when making a claim
Learn how to confirm your relationship if you or your partner make an online claim.
Updating your relationship status
You need to tell us when you become a member of a couple or end a relationship. This is to make sure you get paid correctly.
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.
Which payments are eligible for transfer to Age Pension
If you get an eligible payment, we’ll invite you to apply to transfer to Age Pension.
How we assess granny flat interests
You need to tell us the value of the granny flat interest so we can assess if this affects your payments.
Income and assets form (SA369)
Use this form if you’re claiming a payment and need to tell us about your income and assets.