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.
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.
Residence descriptions
You usually need to be an Australian resident or hold a specific visa type to get a Centrelink payment or concession card.
Payment special rules for Rent Assistance eligibility
If you get certain payments, there are special rules for Rent Assistance.
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.
How to claim the NSW East Coast Severe Weather and Flooding, May 2025 - AGDRP
There are 3 steps to claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment.
How to report your income to Centrelink
You can report your employment income in different ways.
Proof of rent arrangements for Rent Assistance
If you tell us you’re renting when you claim a payment, we may ask for proof. We use this to check if you can get Rent Assistance.
Employment Separation Certificate form (SU001)
You can ask your previous employer to use this form to certify important employment information about you.