Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
Who can get Rent Assistance
You can get Rent Assistance if you get an eligible payment and your eligible accommodation costs are over a certain amount.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.
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.
When gifting exceptions apply
We have some exceptions to how we assess gifting.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Who can get Youth Allowance for students and apprentices
Check if you're eligible to get Youth Allowance as a student or an Australian Apprentice.
Proving your identity over the phone with Centrelink
How to prove who you are over the phone.
How much you can gift
Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.