Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
Change of circumstances while getting Carer Payment
We need to know about changes as they could increase, reduce or stop your Carer Payment.
Update your details if you get help with aged care cost of care
If there are any changes to you or your partner’s details, you need to let us know within 28 days.
Financial hardship assistance eligibility for aged care cost of care
Not everyone can get financial hardship assistance to help with aged care costs. What we cover depends on your situation.
Support at Home calculation of your cost of care form (SA456)
Use this form to give us your financial details. Don’t use this form if you get a relevant income support payment.
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.
Transfer to Age Pension
If you’re Age Pension age and get an eligible payment, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
Sole trader or partnership income
Business income is counted in the income test.
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.
How to prove your identity to Centrelink through myGov
How to prove who you are to Centrelink through myGov using the Centrelink identity verification linking option.