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.
Decide how to claim Age Pension
There are a few options for claiming Age Pension. Before you start you should decide how you want to claim.
Residence rules for Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must meet the residence rules.
When you leave Australia if you get Age Pension
Your Age Pension payment rate may change when you leave Australia depending on your situation.
Interest rate for loans under the Home Equity Access Scheme
We charge an annual interest rate of 3.95% that compounds each fortnight on the Home Equity Access Scheme loan balance.
Home Equity Access Scheme advance payment examples
Examples of Home Equity Access Scheme (HEAS) advance payment calculations.
How to contact the Financial Information Service
We have Financial Information Service (FIS) Officers to help you.
Information you need to know about your claim for Age Pension and Pension Bonus form (CI006)
Information about your claim for Age Pension and Pension Bonus.
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.
Financial Information Service live webinars
We have free webinars to help you understand your finances.