Enrolling in Medicare if you’re a temporary resident covered by a Ministerial Order
To access Medicare when you’re in Australia, you must meet certain criteria.
Income streams
These are regular payments made from your superannuation fund or purchased using either superannuation money or savings.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Residence rules for Youth Allowance
To be eligible for Youth Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Residence rules for JobSeeker Payment
To be eligible for the JobSeeker Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Enrolling in Medicare if you’re a New Zealand citizen
To enrol in Medicare you need to prove you live in Australia.
What details you can view and update using your Centrelink online account
You can view, update or add information using your online account.
Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.