Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
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.
Starting your claim for JobSeeker Payment
You can start your claim for JobSeeker Payment up to 13 weeks before your circumstances change.
How to get Rent Assistance
You don’t need to submit a claim for Rent Assistance.
How to transfer to Age Pension online
Complete the following steps to transfer to Age Pension. Before you start, check if you can get it.
Transfer to Age Pension
If you’re Age Pension age and get an eligible payment, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
How to prove your identity to Centrelink using your Digital ID
How to prove who you are to Centrelink using your Digital ID.
Private Trust form (MOD PT)
Use this form if in the last 5 years, you or your partner have been involved with or have transferred funds or assets to a private trust that has not been vested.
Who can get Youth Allowance for job seekers
You need to meet some rules to get Youth Allowance as a job seeker.