Residence rules for JobSeeker Payment
To be eligible for the JobSeeker Payment you must meet the residence rules.
Create an online account
To manage your information online, create a myGov account and link your Medicare, Centrelink or Child Support online account.
myGov help - Link Centrelink to myGov using a linking code
Instructions on how to link Centrelink to your myGov account if you have a linking code.
What are immunisation requirements
Your child must meet immunisation requirements if you get Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A or child care fee assistance.
How to claim Age Pension
Complete the following steps to claim Age Pension.
Authorising a person or organisation to enquire or act on your behalf form (SS313)
Use this form to authorise a person or organisation in Australia to be your nominee so they can enquire or act on your behalf with Centrelink.
Proof of rent arrangements for Rent Assistance
If you tell us you’re renting when you claim a payment, we may ask for proof. We use this to check if you can get Rent Assistance.
FIS inheritance video
Watch this video to learn about how FIS can help you if you get an inheritance.
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.
How to claim a Crisis Payment for Other Extreme Circumstances
Complete the following steps to claim Crisis Payment for Other Extreme Circumstances. Before you start, check if you can get it.