Weekly payment option
Some people can get income support payments paid each week instead of each fortnight.
Verification of voluntary work form (SU462)
Job seekers and voluntary work organisations can use this form.
How much you can gift
Your payment may be affected if you gift more than the value of the gifting free area each year.
How to get Rent Assistance
You don’t need to submit a claim for Rent Assistance.
Centrelink online account help - Manage your income and assets details
Instructions to update your income and assets details using your Centrelink online account.
Income from self employment
If you’re self employed you need to tell us about your business income. This is so we can pay you the right amount. You also need to tell us if this changes.
Income test for JobSeeker Payment
Your or your partner’s income can reduce how much we pay you.
Lump sums while on income support
A lump sum is a one off amount of money. They can count in your income test and may affect your payment from us.
Starting your claim for JobSeeker Payment
You can start your claim for JobSeeker Payment up to 13 weeks before your circumstances change.
When to claim JobSeeker Payment
When you can submit your JobSeeker Payment claim depends on your situation. You may be able to start your claim early.