FIS aged care information online
We have information online to help you understand aged care requirements.
Dependent or independent for Youth Allowance as a student or Australian apprentice
When you apply for Youth Allowance for students and Australian Apprentices, we’ll assess you as being either dependent or independent.
Independent for Youth Allowance if you’re in a de facto relationship
You may be independent for Youth Allowance if you’ve been in a de facto relationship for at least 12 months or 6 months in special circumstances.
Young people living with or without their parents rent type for Rent Assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you’re a young person paying rent to your parents and living with or without them.
Financial investments
The value of your financial investments counts in the assets test and income test for payments from us.
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.
Aged care request for a nominee for Department of Veterans’ Affairs customers form (AC019)
Use this form to choose another person or organisation to deal with us on your behalf for aged care costs if you’re a Department of Veterans’ Affairs customer.
How much Austudy you can get
The amount of Austudy you get depends on how much you earn.
How to claim Austudy
Complete the following steps to claim Austudy. Before you start, check if you can get it.
How to manage your Austudy payment
Your options and obligations for Austudy.