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.
Someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support
You can ask someone to act for you with Medicare, Centrelink, aged care or Child Support. You can authorise them to speak to us, update your details and get payments for you.
New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Residence rules for Youth Allowance
To be eligible for Youth Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Payment special rules for Rent Assistance eligibility
If you get certain payments, there are special rules for Rent Assistance.
How to claim Tertiary Access Payment
Complete the following steps to claim the Tertiary Access Payment from us.
Relocation Scholarship
A once a year payment if you get ABSTUDY or Youth Allowance. You must also need to move to or from a regional or remote area for higher education study.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Who can get Tertiary Access Payment
To get the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP), you need to meet some rules.
Real estate details form (MOD R)
Use this form to let us know your share of a property's asset value and income.