If you want to claim before your trip, you must call the ABSTUDY line. You must give us at least 10 days notice.
If you’re applying for compassionate travel less than 10 days away, please give as much notice as possible.
We’ll give you a copy of the itinerary.
What information we need
If you claim before your trip, we’ll need some information including:
- your personal details, such as your name and address
- your supervisor’s details, if they’re travelling with you
- the purpose of the travel
- where you’re travelling to and from
- preferred travel dates
- accommodation transfer and excess baggage needs.
Example of a student not at secondary school
Danzel completed Year 10 at a secondary school. He left his secondary school and is now completing his Year 11 and 12 studies at TAFE. This makes Danzel a secondary student not at a secondary school.
Contact numbers available on this page.
Centrelink ABSTUDY line
Use this line if you get or are claiming ABSTUDY – help for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and apprentices.
There are other ways you may want to contact us.