Veteran Payment affects your income support payment
Information to help you make a choice between Veteran Payment and an income support payment.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Independent through work for Youth Allowance as a job seeker
You may be an independent job seeker if you’ve supported yourself through full time paid work.
How much Youth Allowance for job seekers you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Youth Allowance for job seekers you get. These are the maximum rates.
Residence rules for Parenting Payment
To be eligible for Parenting Payment you must meet the residence rules.
New to JobSeeker Payment
What you need to do to get your first JobSeeker Payment, how much you’ll get and who to contact about mutual obligation requirements.
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.
Getting a medical certificate for Disability Support Pension
You may be exempt from meeting your participation requirements for a short time if you’re sick or injured. You’ll need to give us a medical certificate.
Ordinary waiting period
You may have to wait for a week before your payment starts. We will let you know when you claim if this applies to you.
Getting a medical certificate for JobSeeker Payment
Tell us if you can’t work or study for a short time due to a sickness or injury. You’ll also need to give us a medical certificate.