Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Confirm your relationship status when making a claim
Learn how to confirm your relationship if you or your partner make an online claim.
Breaking up with your partner
If you break up with your partner, you need to tell us so we can keep paying you the right amount.
Severe financial hardship for Crisis Payment
For the purposes of Crisis Payment, you’re in severe financial hardship if you meet certain criteria.
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.
Making your relationship official
Your relationship can be official in a few ways. Your relationship may be de facto, registered or married. You may need to confirm your relationship status with us.
Getting together for relationship changes
Being in a relationship, whether it’s new or not, can affect what payments you can apply for and how much you’ll get.
Residence descriptions
You usually need to be an Australian resident or hold a specific visa type to get a Centrelink payment or concession card.
How much Crisis Payment for Extreme Circumstances Family and Domestic Violence you can get
You can get this Crisis Payment once per incident or circumstance.
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.