What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Check your Income Management and BasicsCard balance
You can check the balance of your Income Management account and BasicsCard many ways.
Who can get a Crisis Payment for Release from Prison or Psychiatric Confinement
To get this payment after you are released from prison or psychiatric confinement you must meet the eligibility criteria.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment
Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Partner details - if you live in Australia form (MOD P)
Use this form to give us information about your partner if you are claiming or receiving a payment or concession card.
Financial Information Service Officers
Our Financial Information Service Officers can help you plan for your future financial needs.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
Income from self employment
If you’re self employed you need to tell us about your business income. This is so we can pay you the right amount. You also need to tell us if this changes.