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.
Supporting documents for your Centrelink claim
When you claim a payment or service, we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
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.
Setting up online accounts for Centrelink
To do your business with us, create a myGov account and link it to Centrelink.
How to prove your identity to Centrelink using your Digital ID
How to prove who you are to Centrelink using your Digital ID.
Working while you get Carer Payment
You may still get Carer Payment if you work up to 100 hours in a 4 week period. There are rules you need to meet.
How to claim Qld Rainfall and Flooding, February to March 2026 - Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment
How you can claim Australian Government Disaster Recovery Payment.
Eligible equipment for Essential Medical Equipment Payment
You can only get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) if you use certain equipment in your home.
Scheduled reporting
If you need to report your employment income, it’ll usually be every 14 days, on a date we tell you. We call this scheduled reporting.
Changes to your circumstances and aged care costs
We need to know about changes to your circumstances within 28 days of the change occurring.