Parental income limits for Tertiary Access Payment
We check your parents’ or guardians’ income when you claim Tertiary Access Payment.
Allowable time for study while getting Youth Allowance
There’s an allowable time limit on how long you’ll get Youth Allowance. We base it on the minimum time it normally takes to complete your course as a full time student.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
What FIS information you can watch online
We have information about financial matters online that may help your situation.
When to report your income to Centrelink
If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.
Change of circumstances while getting Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices
You must tell us if things change when you’re getting Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices as it may affect your payment.
How to get a Relocation Scholarship
You don’t need to apply for the Relocation Scholarship unless you’re doing a regional placement. You may still need to fill out a form, or tell us about changes to your situation.
Paying back the Student Start-up Loan
You pay back the Student Start-up Loan through the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) when your income is more than the minimum repayment threshold.