Update your electronic messaging contact details
If you change your mobile number or email address, you need to tell us straight away.
How to apply for the ABSTUDY residential costs option for Living Allowance
You can apply for the Residential Costs option by calling us.
Independent for Youth Allowance if you’re an orphan
If you’re an orphan, you may be independent for Youth Allowance.
Your travel time or access criteria to get a higher rate of ABSTUDY
You may get a higher rate of ABSTUDY if travel to study or work is impossible or unreasonable. You must also live away from home because of this.
How to claim ABSTUDY School Fees Allowance higher rate
Complete the following steps to claim ABSTUDY School Fees Allowance higher rate. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Independent for ABSTUDY if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months
You may be independent if you’re in a de facto relationship for at least 6 months.
How to get Youth Disability Supplement
You don’t need to apply for Youth Disability Supplement.
How to manage your Relocation Scholarship
Your options and obligations for Relocation Scholarship.
Who can get ABSTUDY Away from Base Assistance
To get Away from Base Assistance you must be a full time or part time tertiary or secondary student. You must also be eligible for an ABSTUDY payment.
Limited program schools in the Northern Territory for ABSTUDY and Youth Allowance
Information about Limited program schools in the Northern Territory for ABSTUDY and Youth Allowance.