FEDERAL SUPPORT

JobSeeker Payment

Income support for people looking for work or temporarily unable to work due to illness or injury.

Check whether this applies to you

Income, assets, residence rules, job search requirements and any waiting periods need to be checked.

What to prepare

Identity and residence documents
Income, assets and bank details
Payslips or an Employment Separation Certificate, if requested

Official eligibility and application information

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