How much Carer Payment you can get
There are different rates of Carer Payment for single and partnered people.
Residence rules for Carer Allowance
To be eligible for Carer Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Benefits of a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get cheaper medical costs with a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card (CSHC).
Assets test for Age Pension
The assets test helps us work out if you can get paid Age Pension. It also affects how much you'll get.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Income test for the Low Income Health Care Card
To get a Low Income Health Care Card your income must be under the limit.
Get a Centrelink payment
Find out about payments and services, setting up online accounts and claiming.
Claim for Age Pension and Pension Bonus form (SA002)
Use this form to claim Age Pension and Pension Bonus.
Supporting documents for Youth Allowance
When claiming Youth Allowance there’s information and documents you’ll need to complete your claim.
Your Age Pension after your partner dies
When your partner dies, we need to reassess your income and assets. To stay eligible for Age Pension you need to meet the thresholds as a single person.