Income and assets test for Special Benefit
We use income and assets tests to check if you can get Special Benefit. We also use these to work out how much you can get.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.
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.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Who can get Special Benefit
You may get Special Benefit if you’re not eligible for any other income support and you meet the eligibility rules.
Income from employment
If you or your partner get income from employment you need to tell us. This is so we can pay you the right amount.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
Rural customers and primary producers
Some rural properties and farms have more than one title or larger blocks than residential properties. The asset test rules are different for these properties.
Unreasonable to live at home statement by parents or guardians form (SY016)
Use this form if your child has applied as an independent person for Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY under the unreasonable to live at home guidelines.
Add someone to a Medicare card
You can update your card when your circumstances change.