ABSTUDY Living Allowance maximum rates for dependent students and Australian Apprentices
These payment rates are only a guide. They're for full time and approved concessional study load students and apprentices.
Unscheduled reporting
If your employment income changes, you need to tell us within 14 days. We call this unscheduled reporting, as it can happen any time.
Ending your apprenticeship or traineeship
If you’re ending your apprenticeship or traineeship, we have support to help you decide what to do next.
Representative authority form (CS3042)
Use this form to authorise another person or organisation to enquire or act on your behalf about your child support case.
How to manage Income Bank credits
There’s a maximum number of credits you can have in your Income Bank.
Check your Income Bank balance
You can check your Income Bank balance online.
Express Plus Centrelink mobile app help - Set up app
Instructions on how to sign in and set up the Express Plus Centrelink mobile app.
Dealing with debt
Steps to help you manage your debt and take control of your money.
Changes to parental income for Youth Allowance students and Australian Apprentices
Changes to your parents’ or guardians' income, and changes to your siblings’ situations can mean your payment rate changes.
Partner Income Test for Youth Allowance students and Australian Apprentices
If you’re independent and you have a partner, we assess their gross income too. This is the income they get before any deductions, like tax.