Payment schedule and rates for people outside Australia
We’ll pay your pension differently if you live outside Australia on a permanent or long term basis.
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.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Paying tax on a Centrelink payment
You may have to pay income tax on your taxable Centrelink payments.
What are immunisation requirements
Your child must meet immunisation requirements if you get Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A or child care fee assistance.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Starting primary school
Learn about payments and services that can support you when your child starts primary school.
How to report your income to Centrelink
You can report your employment income in different ways.
Family Tax Benefit Part A payment rates
The amount of Family Tax Benefit Part A we’ll pay you depends on your situation.
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.