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.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
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.
Supporting documents for Age Pension
When claiming Age Pension, we’ll ask you for some supporting documents to support your claim for Age Pension.
Residence rules for Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must meet the residence rules.
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.
When and how to tell us about overseas travel if you get Age Pension
When you get Age Pension, you may need to tell us if you’re leaving Australia.
Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to work out your payment rate.
Renewing and replacing a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
If you're eligible for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card, we renew your card before it expires. We can also replace a lost or stolen card.