Disability Support Pension — couple, separated due to illness (single rate)
What is it?
Disability Support Pension — couple, separated due to illness (single rate) is part of the Disability Support Pension program — an Australian government benefit. It is available across Australia.
How much can you get?
$1,200.90 per fortnight (income-tested; actual amount may be lower)
≈ $31,223.40 per year before income test
Who can apply?
- Age: 16 or more
- Must NOT be: Meets Age Pension age (67+)
- Residency status: one of — Australian citizen, permanent resident, New Zealand citizen (Special Category Visa)
- Must be: Living in Australia
- Relationship status: partnered (married or de facto)
- Special living arrangement: separated by illness respite or prison
- Must be: Disability or illness confirmed
- Must be: Work capacity assessment met
- Any of: All of: Must be: Homeowner; AND Total assets: less than $722,000 OR All of: Must NOT be: Homeowner; AND Total assets: less than $980,000
Always check the official source for full and current eligibility requirements.
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