Assets test for Age Pension
The assets test helps us work out if you can get paid Age Pension. It also affects how much you'll get.
Age Pension
The main income support payment for people who have reached Age Pension age.
How much Age Pension you can get
We use income and assets tests to work out how much Age Pension you get.
Who can get Age Pension
To be eligible for Age Pension you must be Age Pension age and meet some other rules.
Income test for Age Pension
Your income can reduce how much Age Pension we pay you. We use the pension income test to assess Age Pension.
Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
A concession card to get cheaper health care and some discounts if you’ve reached Age Pension age.
Who can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You can get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card if you meet certain criteria.
Deeming
Deeming rules are used to work out income from your financial assets. We add this to your other income and apply the income test to work out your payment rate.
Income test for a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
You must meet an income test to get a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.
How much Rent Assistance you can get
The amount of Rent Assistance you can get depends on how much rent you pay.