Most useful information for school

1. Dependent or independent
2. Independent through work

Independent for ABSTUDY through rural and remote students part time work or earnings

You may be independent through work if you’re a student from a rural or remote area.

Reviewable independence for ABSTUDY

We might consider you as independent under the reviewable criteria.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months

You may be independent if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re 16 or older and return to live in an Indigenous community

You may be independent if you’re 16 or older and meet certain criteria.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re caring for or have custody of another person’s child

You may be independent if you care for or have custody of another person’s dependent child.

1. Dependent or independent
2. Reviewable independence

Independent for ABSTUDY if it’s unreasonable for you to live at home

You may be independent if you’re unable to live at home with either of your parents due to extreme circumstances.

1. Employment income reporting
2. What to report

Income from employment

If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.

When to report your income to Centrelink

If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.

1. Who can get it
2. Types of travel

ABSTUDY Fares Allowance for school holiday travel

Help for secondary school students for up to 3 school holiday return trips each year.

1. How to claim
2. Claiming before your trip

Primary and secondary school students claiming ABSTUDY Fares Allowance before your trip

How you claim before your trip depends on your circumstances.