Mutual obligation requirements
Mutual obligation requirements are tasks and activities you agree to do while you get some payments from us. Penalties may apply if you don’t meet them.
Authorising a person or organisation to enquire or act on your behalf form (SS313)
Use this form to authorise a person or organisation in Australia to be your nominee so they can enquire or act on your behalf with Centrelink.
Family Tax Benefit Part A eligibility
We pay Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part A per child. The amount we pay you depends on your family’s circumstances.
Capability assessment
An assessment done by us to find out if you’re capable of meeting your current mutual obligation requirements.
Centrelink online account help - Request a document
Instructions on how to view, print and save your documents using your Centrelink online account.
Residence rules for Family Tax Benefit
To be eligible for Family Tax Benefit Part A and Part B you must meet the residence rules.
Income test for Family Tax Benefit Part B
Family Tax Benefit (FTB) Part B is for single parents or carers and some couples who meet a 2 part income test.
When to report your income to Centrelink
If you’re getting an income support payment, we’ll tell you when you need to report any other income you get.
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.
Centrelink online account help - Update your study details
Instructions on how to update your study details for Youth Allowance, Austudy, ABSTUDY, Tertiary Access Payment and Pensioner Education Supplement using your Centrelink online account.