What to report when you report income to Centrelink
We need to know the gross employment income you and your partner get so we can pay you the right amount.
How gifting can affect your payment
If you or your partner gift money, income or assets, we may assess it in your income and assets tests.
Transfer to Age Pension
If you’re Age Pension age and get an eligible payment, you can apply to transfer to Age Pension.
When you’ll get your first JobSeeker Payment
There may be one or more waiting periods that apply before you get your first JobSeeker Payment.
Explanation or formal review of a decision form (SS351)
Use this form to ask for an explanation or formal review of a decision.
How a Work Bonus works
The Work Bonus reduces the amount of your eligible income that is calculated in the income test. This helps us work out your rate of payment.
How your variable income may impact your Centrelink payment
If your work hours or income change, we can support you. You may be self-employed, working casual hours, doing contract or seasonal work, or sick or injured.
Private Trust form (MOD PT)
Use this form if in the last 5 years, you or your partner have been involved with or have transferred funds or assets to a private trust that has not been vested.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between 1 and 13 weeks.
Getting a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) payment
Find out if you or your partner getting a Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) payment could affect your eligibility for a payment from us.