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.
Liquid assets waiting period
The liquid assets waiting period is between 1 and 13 weeks.
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.
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.
How to manage your Rent Assistance
There are things you need to tell us if you get Rent Assistance.
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.
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.
Exemptions from the newly arrived resident's waiting period
After you arrive in Australia, there can be a waiting period to get some of our payments and concessions. Find out if you may not have to wait this period.
Change of circumstances when you get Rent Assistance
We need to know about changes that could affect or stop your Rent Assistance.
Residence rules for Parenting Payment
To be eligible for Parenting Payment you must meet the residence rules.