Centrelink online account help - Update address, accommodation and contact details
Instructions on how to update your address, accommodation and contact details using your Centrelink online account.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
How to report your income to Centrelink
You can report your employment income in different ways.
Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to work out your payment rate.
Employment Separation Certificate form (SU001)
You can ask your previous employer to use this form to certify important employment information about you.
Payment special rules for Rent Assistance eligibility
If you get certain payments, there are special rules for Rent Assistance.
Real estate details form (MOD R)
Use this form to let us know your share of a property's asset value and income.
Income test for JobSeeker Payment
Your or your partner’s income can reduce how much we pay you.
Income from self employment
If you’re self employed you need to tell us about your business income. This is so we can pay you the right amount. You also need to tell us if this changes.