Claim for Special Benefit form (SU004)
Use this form to claim Special Benefit if you’re in financial hardship and you aren’t eligible for any other income support.
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.
Supporting documents for Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
We’ll ask you for some documents and information to support your claim for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
Our payments affected by compensation
Some Centrelink payments are affected by compensation or similar payments from benefits or schemes.
Who can get Child Care Subsidy
You need to meet some requirements to get Child Care Subsidy (CCS).
Robodebt class action settlement
The first robodebt class action settlement was approved in June 2021. Settlement payments were made in September 2022.
New robodebt class action settlement
The Federal Court will consider late registrations for the new robodebt class action settlement. You have until 4 pm AEST Friday 15 May 2026 to submit.
Travel outside Australia rules for Carer Allowance
There are rules about when you can get Carer Allowance when you or the person you are caring for travel outside Australia. You must meet the Carer Allowance rules at all times.
How much Pharmaceutical Allowance you can get
You’ll get the allowance with your regular payment each fortnight.
How to manage your Pharmaceutical Allowance
Your options and obligations for Pharmaceutical Allowance.