How to claim Parenting Payment
Complete the following steps to claim Parenting Payment.
Explanations and formal reviews
Find out what you can do if you want more information or disagree with a decision we've made.
Mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 or older
Find out about your mutual obligation requirements if you’re 55 and over.
Private Trust form (MOD PT)
Use this form if in the last 5 years, you or your partner have been involved with or have transferred funds or assets to a private trust that has not been vested.
Hours of subsidised child care for Child Care Subsidy
From 5 January 2026, families eligible for Child Care Subsidy can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care each fortnight.
Newborn Upfront Payment and Newborn Supplement amount for multiple children
If you have twins, triplets, quadruplets or more, you may get Newborn Upfront Payment and Newborn Supplement.
Explanation or formal review of a decision form (SS351)
Use this form to ask for an explanation or formal review of a decision.
Request for Medicare claims information form (MS031)
Use this form to request Medicare claims information for individuals and families.
The type of child care you use can affect Child Care Subsidy
The amount of Child Care Subsidy (CCS) you can get depends on the type of approved child care you use. It also depends on the age of your child.
Residence rules for Child Care Subsidy
To be eligible for Child Care Subsidy you must meet the residence rules.