Residence rules for Youth Allowance
To be eligible for Youth Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Funeral bonds and prepaid funerals
Funeral costs you pay for in advance normally don’t count in your assets test for payments from us. There are some exceptions.
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.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between 1 and 13 weeks.
Unreasonable to live at home statement by parents or guardians form (SY016)
Use this form if your child has applied as an independent person for Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY under the unreasonable to live at home guidelines.
Updating parental income details
You’ll need to update your income details if you or your child get a letter from us asking for these.
Explanations and formal reviews
Find out what you can do if you want more information or disagree with a decision we've made.
If you’re independent for Youth Allowance through paid work
You may be independent if you’ve supported yourself through paid work.
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.
Payment and Service Finder
An online tool to see what payments and services you may be eligible for.