Assets test for Age Pension
The assets test helps us work out if you can get paid Age Pension. It also affects how much you'll get.
How much Age Pension you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Age Pension you get.
Who can get Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must be Age Pension age and meet some other rules.
Income test for Age Pension
Your income can reduce how much Age Pension we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Age Pension.
Age Pension
The main income support payment for people who have reached Age Pension age.
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.
Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
A concession card to get cheaper health care and some discounts if you’ve reached Age Pension age.
Who can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card if you meet certain criteria.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Centrelink online account help - Request a document
Instructions on how to view, print and save your documents using your Centrelink online account.