New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
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.
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Financial Information Service live webinars
We have free webinars to help you understand your finances.
- Asset types
- Gifting
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
- Managing your money
- Manage your money
Understanding loans and credit
There are things you should consider when borrowing money. We have information about different types of loans, credit and lenders to help you manage your money.
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How to contact the Financial Information Service
We have Financial Information Service (FIS) Officers to help you.
- Prove your identity
- Proving your identity online
How to prove your identity to Centrelink through myGov
How to prove who you are to Centrelink through myGov using the Centrelink identity verification linking option.
- How to report and manage your payment
- Prepare to transfer to Age Pension
Transfer to Age Pension
If you’re Age Pension age and get an eligible payment, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
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What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.