Who can get Tertiary Access Payment
To get the Tertiary Access Payment (TAP), you need to meet some rules.
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.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.
Details of income stream product form (SA330)
Use this form to give us information about your income stream, so we can calculate your payment.
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.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between one and 13 weeks.
What the Financial Information Service is
The Financial Information Service helps you make informed decisions about your finances.
Centrelink online account help - Apply for an advance payment
Instructions to apply for an advance payment using your Centrelink online account.
How to prove your identity to Centrelink through myGov
How to prove who you are to Centrelink through myGov using the Centrelink identity verification linking option.
Employment income reporting
You must tell us the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.