Centrelink impersonation email scams
You might get an email claiming to be from Centrelink about urgently updating your details.
What the personal income test is for Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices
We check your personal income to see if you’re eligible for Youth Allowance and work out how much you’ll get.
Disability Support Pension if you're deaf or have severe hearing loss
How to get Disability Support Pension (DSP) if you’re deaf or have severe hearing loss.
Child Care Subsidy changes
There are some changes if you get Child Care Subsidy (CCS). All families can get at least 72 hours of subsidised child care each fortnight from early 2026.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
How to claim Age Pension
Complete the following steps to claim Age Pension.
Retiring overseas
Retirement planning information if you’re thinking of retiring in a country other than Australia.
Supporting documents for your Centrelink claim
When you claim a payment or service, we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
Who can access their superannuation early
There are eligibility rules you need to meet to access your super early.
Time limits for submitting lump sum claims and confirming income for Family Tax Benefit
You have 12 months from the end of the financial year to confirm your family income for Family Tax Benefit (FTB) or claim FTB as a lump sum.