Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
Mutual obligation requirements
Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. You may get a penalty if you don’t meet them.
Someone to act for you with Centrelink or aged care
You can ask a person or organisation to act for you as your authorised Centrelink or aged care representative.
- JobSeeker Payment
- When to claim
Starting your claim for JobSeeker Payment
You can start your claim for JobSeeker Payment up to 13 weeks before your circumstances change.
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Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.
- What FIS information you can watch online
- Income and assets
FIS deeming video
Watch this video to learn more about deeming.
- Contact us
- What changes you need to know or tell us about
Change of circumstances if you get a Centrelink payment
It’s important to tell us if your circumstances change if you get a Centrelink payment, plan to claim a payment, or owe us money.
- Top payments
- Rent Assistance
Who can get Rent Assistance
You can get Rent Assistance if you get an eligible payment and your eligible rent or accommodation costs are over a certain amount.
- Relationship changes
- Most useful information
Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.