FEDERAL SUPPORT

Disability Support Pension

Income support for people whose ability to work is affected by a long-term physical, intellectual or psychiatric condition.

Check whether this applies to you

New claims must meet age, medical and non-medical rules. You can start a claim 13 weeks before turning 16, but payments generally start from age 16. Having a disability does not automatically make you eligible.

What to prepare

  • Medical evidence of diagnosis, treatment and functional impact
  • Income and assets details
  • Identity and residence documents
Official eligibility and application information
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