How much Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) you can get
The Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) is a payment of up to $1,500.
How to apply for the Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA)
You apply for the Transition to Independent Living Allowance (TILA) with the help of your caseworker.
ABSTUDY for apprentices
There’s ABSTUDY support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander apprentices and trainees.
Transitioning out of state care
Find help if you’re transitioning out of state or foster care.
Allowable time for Austudy
Allowable time is how long you can get Austudy while you’re studying.
Business structures
Your business structure may affect your and your partner’s payments from us.
Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
Income specific to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians
If you or your partner earn an income or someone gives you money from any source, you need to let us know.
Higher rates of Youth Allowance when living away from home - students and Australian Apprentices
You may get a higher rate of Youth Allowance if you need to live away from your parents' home. This can be to study, or do your Australian Apprenticeship.
Granny flat interest
A granny flat interest is an agreement for accommodation for life. It can affect your eligibility or rate of payment and we may include it in your assets test.