Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one-off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
FIS inheritance video
Watch this video to learn about how FIS can help you if you get an inheritance.
Supporting documents for your Centrelink claim
When you claim a payment or service, we’ll ask you for some documents to support your claim.
How gifting can affect your payment
If you or your partner gift money, income or assets, we may assess it in your income and assets tests.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Advance payment
You may get part of your income support payment or Family Tax Benefit (Part A) early. This is an advance payment. You pay it back later out of your payments from us.
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.
Updating parental income details
You’ll need to update your income details if you or your child get a letter from us asking for these.
Payment special rules for Rent Assistance eligibility
If you get certain payments, there are special rules for Rent Assistance.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.