Travel outside Australia rules for Parenting Payment
There are rules about how long you can get Parenting Payment when you travel outside Australia.
Real estate income
This is lease or rent money you get from a property you own. It counts in your income test.
What your Parenting Payment commitments are
There are some things you must do to keep getting your Parenting Payment.
Income maintenance period
This waiting period may apply if you or your partner have stopped work and got leave or redundancy payments.
Asset hardship provisions
We may stop, reject or reduce your payment because of the assets test. If this is the case, you may be able to apply under the asset hardship provisions.
How much Single Income Family Supplement you can get
How much Single Income Family Supplement (SIFS) you can receive depends on your situation.
Severe financial hardship provisions
We may reduce or waive your waiting period for a payment if you meet the severe financial hardship provisions.
Supporting documents for Family Tax Benefit claims
You’ll need some information to start your claim for Family Tax Benefit. Once you’ve submitted your claim, you’ll also need to provide supporting documents.
Mutual obligation requirements for principal carers
These are tasks and activities you agree to do to keep getting your payment. They give you a better chance of finding work.
Understanding your Family Tax Benefit balancing outcome
Once we’ve balanced your Family Tax Benefit (FTB) we’ll let you know the outcome in writing.