How much Special Benefit you can get
The amount of Special Benefit you can get depends on your circumstances.
Change of circumstances when you hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
We need to know about changes that could stop you from having a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
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.
Verification of medical conditions form (SU684)
Use this form to verify medical conditions affecting your capacity to work if you need an Employment Services Assessment.
Mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 or older
Find out about your mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 and over.
Change of circumstances when you hold a Low Income Health Care Card
You need to tell us if your circumstances change. This is to make sure you’re still eligible for a Low Income Health Care Card.
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.
How to claim a Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence
Complete the following steps to claim Crisis Payment for extreme circumstances family and domestic violence.
Trust reviews
How we check that you correctly report the income you receive from a trust.
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.