Setting up online accounts for Centrelink
To do your business with us, create a myGov account and link it to Centrelink.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
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.
Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to determine your payment rate.
How to contact the Financial Information Service
We have Financial Information Service (FIS) Officers to help you.
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.
FIS deeming video
Watch this video to learn more about deeming.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Program of Support for Disability Support Pension
You may need to participate in a Program of Support before you claim Disability Support Pension (DSP).