Explanation or formal review of a decision form (SS351)
Use this form to ask for an explanation or formal review of a decision.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.
How much you can gift
Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.
How to report your income to Centrelink
You can report your employment income in different ways.
Family Tax Benefit Part A eligibility
We pay Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A per child. The amount we pay you depends on your family’s circumstances.
Explanations and formal reviews
Find out what you can do if you want more information or disagree with a decision we've made.
Paying tax on a Centrelink payment
You may have to pay income tax on your taxable Centrelink payments.
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.
Supporting documents for your Centrelink claim
When you claim a payment or service, we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.