Change of circumstances when you get Age Pension
If you get Age Pension and your circumstances change, you need to tell us. We need to check if you can keep getting it.
Social security agreements for International services
We have these agreements with many countries.
Balancing your family assistance payments
After the financial year ends, we balance your payments to make sure you got the right amount.
International social security agreements between Australia and countries in the Americas
Australia has agreements with these countries in the Americas to share responsibilities for social security coverage.
Income Apportionment Resolution Scheme
If you have a debt which may be affected by income apportionment, you can apply for the Income Apportionment Resolution Scheme.
Advance payment
You may get part of your income support payment or Family Tax Benefit (Part A) early. This is an advance payment. You pay it back later out of your payments from us.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
How much Age Pension you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Age Pension you get.
Who can get Rent Assistance
You can get Rent Assistance if you get an eligible payment and your eligible accommodation costs are over a certain amount.
Residence rules for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
To be eligible for the Commonwealth Seniors Health Card you must meet the residence rules.