FEDERAL SUPPORT

Youth Allowance for Students and Apprentices

Living support for eligible full-time students and Australian Apprentices.

Check whether this applies to you

Extra conditions apply to students aged 16–17. Study arrangements, income, assets, family circumstances and residence rules need to be checked. Existing recipients may continue after turning 25.

What to prepare

  • Course and enrolment details
  • Evidence of study load, if requested
  • Your and your parents' income details, where applicable
  • Identity and residence documents
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