How much Special Benefit you can get
The amount of Special Benefit you can get depends on your circumstances.
Income and assets test for Special Benefit
We use income and assets tests to check if you can get Special Benefit. We also use these to work out how much you can get.
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.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
Social work services for your mental health
We can help you access mental health support services in certain circumstances.
Financial Information Service Officers
Our Financial Information Service Officers can help you plan for your future financial needs.
Unreasonable to live at home statement by independent third party form (SY017)
Use this form if you have been nominated by a young person applying for Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY to comment on their family situation.
Unreasonable to live at home statement by young person form (SY015)
Use this form if you're getting or have claimed Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY, and you're applying as an independent person under the unreasonable to live at home guidelines.
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.
How to claim Special Benefit
Complete the following steps to claim Special Benefit. Before you start, check if you can get it.