Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to determine your payment rate.
Centrelink
We have payments and services to support you.
Hours of subsidised child care for Child Care Subsidy
From 5 January 2026, families eligible for Child Care Subsidy can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care each fortnight.
Claiming a payment when you start retirement
You can apply for a payment before and after you’ve reached Age Pension age.
Claim for a Health Care Card form (SS050)
Use this form to claim a Low Income Health Care Card or a Health Care Card for a foster child.
How to claim Assistance for Isolated Children
Complete the following steps to claim Assistance for Isolated Children. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Who can get Essential Medical Equipment Payment and how much you can get
To get the Essential Medical Equipment Payment (EMEP) you must meet the eligibility requirements.
Accessibility for Express Plus Centrelink and Child Support mobile apps
Our online account and mobile app services must be accessible and designed to meet the needs of everyone.
How much Youth Allowance for job seekers you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Youth Allowance for job seekers you get. These are the maximum rates.
Fake information about Centrelink payments
There are unofficial websites and social media accounts online sharing fake information about Centrelink payments that aren’t real or no longer available.