Supporting documents for your Centrelink claim
When you claim a payment or service, we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
Carer Allowance rules for the person you care for
To get this payment, both you and the person you care for need to meet some rules.
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.
Proof of Life compliance reviews if you’re older than 80 and live overseas
If you’re older than 80 and live outside Australia you may need to complete a Proof of Life Certificate form.
Residence rules for Carer Payment
To be eligible for Carer Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
Rules for the person you care for to get Carer Payment
The person you care for must meet rules for you to get Carer Payment.
How much Carer Payment you can get
There are different rates of Carer Payment for single and partnered people.
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.
Exemptions from the newly arrived resident's waiting period
After you arrive in Australia, there can be a waiting period to get some of our payments and concessions. Find out if you may not have to wait this period.