New Zealand citizens claiming payments in Australia
If you’re a New Zealand citizen living in Australia you may be eligible to get Centrelink payments or concession cards.
Severe financial hardship provisions
We may reduce or waive your waiting period for a payment if you meet the severe financial hardship provisions.
Superannuation
Superannuation is a long term savings structure to help fund your retirement.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Proving your child’s birth or adoption
You need to give us proof of your child’s birth or adoption before we can finalise your claim for Parental Leave Pay or Family Tax Benefit.
Gifting
If you give away your income or assets, they may still count towards your income and assets tests. This also applies if you sell them for less than they’re worth.
Paying tax on a Centrelink payment
You may have to pay income tax on your taxable Centrelink payments.
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.
Starting primary school
Learn about payments and services that can support you when your child starts primary school.
Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.