What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
How much Pensioner Education Supplement you can get
Depending on your circumstances, there are 2 different rates of Pensioner Education Supplement you can get.
Who can get Austudy
You need to meet certain criteria to get Austudy if you're a student or Australian Apprentice.
What gifts we include in income and assets tests
We may include your gift if you give away, sell or transfer it for less than its market value.
Financial Information Service Officers
Our Financial Information Service Officers can help you plan for your future financial needs.
Travelling, site and mooring fees rent type for Rent Assistance
Eligibility for Rent Assistance when you pay site or mooring fees where you live, or when you’re travelling.
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.
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.
Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.