Most useful information for separated parents

Use this form to let us know you’ve separated from your partner.

Normally child support stops when your child turns 18. If your child's in secondary study, you can apply to extend it to the end of the school year.

Get help using the Express Plus Child Support mobile app.

You must tell us if you go to prison. This is so we can make sure your child support is accurate.

Paying parents can make direct payments or third party transfers that fall outside of regular child support payments.

We have arrangements for child support with a number of countries. We call these reciprocating jurisdictions.

Use this form to apply for an Australian child support assessment if you’re living outside Australia, excluding New Zealand.

Your options and obligations for a child support assessment.

Use this form to provide information about your child’s care arrangements.

To be eligible for a child support assessment you must be the legal parent or non-parent carer of the child. You also must meet residence rules.

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