Work Bonus if you don’t work
If you don’t work you still accrue a bonus.
What happens when you give us a medical certificate for Youth Allowance for job seekers
We use your medical certificate to work out if you need an exemption from your requirements for a short time. This is so you can keep getting Youth Allowance for job seekers.
Getting a medical certificate for Youth Allowance for job seekers
If you get Youth Allowance for job seekers and can’t work or study for a short time, you may need to give us a medical certificate.
Getting a medical certificate for Parenting Payment
If you get Parenting Payment there are some reasons you may need to give us a medical certificate.
How to upload a medical certificate
Instructions on how to upload and submit a medical certificate using your Centrelink online account or the Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.
How to apply to transfer to Age Pension
If you already get an eligible payment, we’ll invite you to apply to transfer to Age Pension. This will be 13 weeks before you reach Age Pension age.
How we assess granny flat interests
You need to tell us the value of the granny flat interest so we can assess if this affects your payments.
Examples of granny flat interests
We’ve put together some common examples to help you understand how we assess granny flats. These examples don't cover every situation.
Directors fees
Directors fees count towards your income test. They can affect your Centrelink payment.
When we pre-fill your information
There are some things you need to know about income, Single Touch Payroll (STP) and other details we pre-fill for you.