Special rules to get Rent Assistance when you get Youth Allowance
To get Rent Assistance with Youth Allowance, you must meet some special rules.
Explanations and formal reviews
Find out what you can do if you want more information or disagree with a decision we've made.
Update your family and child care details using your Centrelink online account
You can update your family and child care details through your online account.
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.
Financial investments
The value of your financial investments counts in the assets test and income test for payments from us.
Income specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians
If you or your partner earn an income or someone gives you money from any source, you need to let us know.
Private trusts and companies
If you’re part of a private trust or company, we need to know your share of the income and assets.
Payment and Service Finder
An online tool to see what payments and services you may be eligible for.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
Mutual obligation requirements
Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. Penalties may apply if you don’t meet them.