Who can get Rent Assistance
You can get Rent Assistance if you get an eligible payment and your eligible accommodation costs are over a certain amount.
Verification of voluntary work form (SU462)
Job seekers and voluntary work organisations can use this form.
Financial Information Service live webinars
We have free webinars to help you understand your finances.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
Centrelink online account help - Manage your income and assets details
Instructions to update your income and assets details using your Centrelink online account.
Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
Misinformation about bonus Centrelink payments
There are unofficial websites and social media accounts sharing fake news about Centrelink payments, including ones that are no longer available.
When to report your income to Centrelink
If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.
Change of circumstances when you get Rent Assistance
We need to know about changes that could affect or stop your Rent Assistance.