Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
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.
Income and assets from outside Australia can affect your Age Pension
If you or your partner get income from, or have assets outside Australia, this could affect your Age Pension.
Starting your retirement
We can help you apply for payments and services that can support you during retirement.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
When you leave Australia if you get Age Pension
Your Age Pension may change when you leave Australia depending on your situation.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
How much Pension Supplement you can get
The amount of Pension Supplement you get depends if you are single or in a couple.
Who can get the Work Bonus
You must meet eligibility requirements to get the Work Bonus.
Change of circumstances when you get Age Pension
If you get Age Pension and your circumstances change, you need to tell us. We need to check if you can keep getting it.