Residence rules for Pensioner Education Supplement
To be eligible for the Pensioner Education Supplement you must meet the residence rules.
Changing travel we've arranged under the ABSTUDY Fares Allowance
We won't approve changes to travel we've booked under the ABSTUDY Fares Allowance unless there's a good reason.
Penalties for travel you've missed under the ABSTUDY Fares Allowance
There are penalties for students and non-student travellers who miss travel we’ve booked using ABSTUDY Fares Allowance.
Residence rules for Austudy
To be eligible for Austudy you must meet the residence rules.
Travel outside Australia rules for Pensioner Education Supplement
The travel rules of your main payment affect your Pension Education Supplement when you travel outside Australia.
Approved courses and institutions for ABSTUDY
You must study an approved course with an approved institution to get ABSTUDY.
Managing your money while studying or training
We can help you take away some of the financial stresses while you’re studying or training. We’ve got tips and tools to help.
Fares Allowance if you study by distance and online
You may get Fares Allowance to attend compulsory activities for your study.
Fares Allowance for pre-booked travel
We may pre-book and pay for your travel by air, ferry, train or coach.
Fares Allowance reimbursement for travel
You need to submit a Fares Allowance reimbursement claim by no later than 31 March in the calendar year following the year of study.