The pension rate will increase on 20 September 2025
The payment rates for Age Pension, Carer Payment, and Disability Support Pension are increasing from 20 September 2025.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Assets test for Age Pension
The assets test helps us work out if you can get paid Age Pension. It also affects how much you'll get.
Residence rules for Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must meet the residence rules.
Who can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card if you meet certain criteria.
How much Age Pension you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Age Pension you get.
Income test for Age Pension
Your income can reduce how much Age Pension we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Age Pension.
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.
Repay your loan under the Home Equity Access Scheme
You can repay the loan you get under the Home Equity Access Scheme in part or full at any time.
How to claim Age Pension
Complete the following steps to claim Age Pension.