Income and assets from outside Australia can affect your Age Pension
If you or your partner get income from, or have assets outside Australia, this could affect your Age Pension.
Age component for loans under the Home Equity Access Scheme
Your age will help decide how much you can get under the Home Equity Access Scheme.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Who can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card if you meet certain criteria.
Maximum loan amount under the Home Equity Access Scheme
The maximum loan amount (MLA) is the most you can borrow through the Home Equity Access Scheme. We can’t pay you any more once your loan balance reaches your MLA.
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.
Benefits of a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get cheaper medical expenses with a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC).
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 a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can claim a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card once you’re Age Pension age. Complete the following steps to claim.
How much Pension Supplement you can get
The amount of Pension Supplement you get depends if you are single or in a couple.