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.
Who can get Family Tax Benefit
You need to meet eligibility requirements to get Family Tax Benefit (FTB).
Eligibility for a child support assessment
To be eligible for a child support assessment you must meet residence rules. You also must be the legal parent or non-parent carer of the child.
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.
Income
Most types of income count in your income test. We use this and your assets test to assess if you can get a payment, and to calculate your rate of payment.
Family Tax Benefit Part B payment rates
The amount of Family Tax Benefit Part B we’ll pay you depends on the age of your youngest child and your income.
Working Credit
Lets you keep more of your income support payment and benefits if you're working.
Relationship details - Separated under one roof form (SS293)
Use this form if you’re separated but live under the same roof as your ex-partner. This is so we can assess whether to pay you as a single person or as a member of a couple.
Proving your identity in person for a Centrelink payment
How to prove who you are in person at a service centre.
Proving your identity online for Centrelink
How to prove who you are to Centrelink online.