How much you can gift
Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.
How to prove your identity to Centrelink through myGov
How to prove who you are to Centrelink through myGov using the Centrelink identity verification linking option.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
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 work out your payment rate.
Sole trader or partnership income
Business income is counted in the income test.
Payments while outside Australia
To get your payment or concession card while outside Australia, you must continue to meet the qualification rules at all times.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.
Rent types for Rent Assistance
Rent is an amount you pay to live in accommodation someone else owns. There are different types of rent that apply if you get Rent Assistance.
How to prove your identity with Centrelink
You need to prove your identity before you claim a payment or service.
Asset types
Assets are property or items you or your partner own in full or part, or have an interest in. They can affect your payment.