Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a student or Australian apprentice
When you apply for Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
Who can get Tertiary Access Payment
To get the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP), you need to meet some rules.
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Independent for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
If you get Youth Allowance as a job seeker, there are several reasons we may consider you independent.
Who can get Pharmaceutical Allowance
You can get the Pharmaceutical Allowance if you meet certain conditions.
Who can get a Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence
To get this Crisis Payment you must have experienced family and domestic violence and meet the other eligibility criteria.
Residence rules for Youth Allowance
To be eligible for Youth Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
How much Utilities Allowance you can get
We’ll pay the allowance with your regular payment. We pay you on or after 20 March, 20 June, 20 September and 20 December each year.
How much Crisis Payment for Release from Prison or Psychiatric Confinement you can get
You can get a Crisis Payment for release from prison or psychiatric confinement each time you’re released.
Who can get Youth Disability Supplement
You’ll automatically get the Youth Disability Supplement if you’re under 21, and you get Disability Support Pension (DSP).