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.
Residence in Australia and other countries form (MOD O)
Use this form to give details to establish your Australian residence status when claiming Centrelink payments or to help you get a payment from another country.
Who can get Special Benefit
You may get Special Benefit if you’re not eligible for any other income support and you meet the eligibility rules.
Exemptions from the newly arrived resident's waiting period
After you arrive in Australia, there can be a waiting period to get some of our payments and concessions. Find out if you may not have to wait this period.
Residence rules for Carer Allowance
To be eligible for Carer Allowance you must meet the residence rules.
Newly arrived resident's waiting period
If you’ve recently arrived as a resident in Australia, you may have to wait to get payments or concession cards.
Documents to enrol in Medicare if you’re a New Zealand citizen
You need to provide documents that prove your identity and residency.
Crisis and other help
We can help if you’re in severe financial hardship, recovering from a disaster, or need special assistance.
Residence rules for Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must meet the residence rules.
Documents to enrol in Medicare if you've applied for permanent residency
You need to provide documents that prove your identity and residency.