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Australia - Apply to Claim Disability Support Pension

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Apply online

  1. To Apply to Claim Disability Support Pension, the applicant has to make the application online via Service Australia on the official website given below link
  2. The applicant has to click the “Sign in to my.gov” option.
  3. If the applicant is a new user, click the “Create account”.
  4. Read the terms of use and click the “Next” button.
  5. Enter the email address and click the “Next” button.
  6. Enter the code that is sent to the email ID and click the “Next” button.
  7. Enter the mobile number and click the “Next” button.
  8. The applicant needs to create a password and click the “Next” button.
  9. The applicants have to click the “Sign-in” enter the user ID and password and then click the “Sign-in” button.
  10. Select the service followed by selecting the Medicare claims from the list.
  11. The applicant has to enter all the details in the form.
  12. upload all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  13. There is no fee for claiming a Disability Support Pension.
  14. After completing, the applicant has to click the “Submit” button.
  15. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  16. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
  17. Once the process is completed, the applicant will receive a written notification of the decision.
  18. This entire process can be completed within 28 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



Apply by Post

  1. To Apply to Claim Disability Support Pension, the applicant has to approach Service Australia – link

NOTE: Enter the postcode and click the “Locate” button to find the nearest office.

  1. The applicant has to download the application form from the following link – link
  2. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  4. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  5. Submit all the necessary documents with the complete form to the official postal address.
  6. The postal address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
  7. There is no fee for claiming a Disability Support Pension.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
  10. Once the process is completed, the applicant will receive a written notification of the decision.
  11. This entire process can be completed within 28 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



Apply through center

  1. To Apply to Claim Disability Support Pension, the applicant has to approach the Service Center of Australia – link

NOTE: Enter the postcode and click the “Locate” button to find the nearest office.

  1. The applicant has to get the form from the office or it can be downloaded from the following link link
  2. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  3. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  4. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  5. Submit all the necessary documents with the complete form to the center.
  6. There is no fee for claiming a Disability Support Pension.
  7. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  8. Then the application will be processed further. All the updates on the application status will be sent via SMS to the applicant’s mobile number.
  9. Once the process is completed, the applicant will receive a written notification of the decision.
  10. This entire process can be completed within 28 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Application form link
  • ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc.)
  • Address proof – (Driver's license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
  • Fee receipt
  • Passport size photographs
  • Medical evidence and reports from healthcare professionals detailing your disability and its impact on your ability to work.
  • Any other documents (If required)


For more details – link


Office Locations & ContactsEdit

Services Australia
Mailing address:
eBusiness Service Centre
PO Box 9822
BRISBANE QLD 4000
Fax - 03 9605 7987
Phone - 1300 361 457
Post:
Services Australia
Disability Services
PO Box 7806
CANBERRA BC ACT 2610
Email - [email protected]
Contact link – link
link
NOTE: Enter the postcode and click the “Locate” button to find the nearest office.

EligibilityEdit

To be eligible to claim a Disability Support Pension (DSP) in Australia, you must meet both non-medical and medical rules.



Non-medical rules

  • The applicant must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
  • The applicant must be aged 16 or over.
  • The applicant must be residing in Australia.
  • The applicant must have limited income and assets.


Medical rules

  • The applicant must have a physical, intellectual, or psychiatric impairment that is likely to persist for at least two years.
  • The impairment must be diagnosed, reasonably treated, and stabilized.
  • The impairment must result in an impairment rating of 20 points or more under the Impairment Tables.
  • The impairment must stop you from working at least 15 hours a week in full-time employment.


FeesEdit

  • There is no fee for claiminga Disability Support Pension.


ValidityEdit

Explain the time until which the certificate/document is valid.
e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever


Documents to UseEdit

  • Application form link


Sample DocumentsEdit

Please attach sample completed documents that would help other people.


Processing TimeEdit

  • This entire process can be completed within 28 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


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Videos explaining the procedure or to fill the applications.
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InstructionsEdit

  • Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.


Required InformationEdit

  • Name
  • Nationality
  • Age
  • Postal address
  • Date of Birth
  • Gender
  • Residential Address
  • Residential No
  • Mobile No
  • Email Address
  • Medical details
  • Declaration
  • Date
  • Signature


Need for the DocumentEdit

  • The Disability Support Pension (DSP) is a payment from the Australian Government that provides financial assistance to people with disabilities who are unable to work due to their impairment.


Information which might helpEdit

  • For more information link


Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.


External LinksEdit

link


OthersEdit

  • DSP is a valuable payment for people with disabilities who are unable to work. It can help to cover the costs of living and provide financial security. If you think you may be eligible for DSP, please contact Services Australia for more information.


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