Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
What Centrepay is
Centrepay is a voluntary service which is free for Centrelink customers. You can use Centrepay to arrange regular deductions from your Centrelink payment.
Confirmation of Identity - Verification for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people form (RA010)
Use this form to provide confirmation of your identity if you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander who has no other identity documents available.
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.
Approved courses and institutions for ABSTUDY
You must study an approved course with an approved institution to get ABSTUDY.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.
Claim for Special Employment Advance form (SU514)
Use this form to claim a special employment advance.
How to claim Tertiary Access Payment
Complete the following steps to claim the Tertiary Access Payment from us.
Income from outside Australia
Income you get from outside Australia can count in your income test.