Queensland - Apply for Pensioner Concession Card

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Procedure

Apply online

1. To Apply for Pensioner Concession Card, the applicant has to make the application online via Service Australia on the official website given below link
2. If the applicant is a new user, click the “Create account”.
3. Read the terms of use and click the “Next” button.
4. Enter the email address and click the “Next” button.
5. Enter the code which is sent to the email ID and click the “Next” button.
6. Enter the mobile number and click the “Next” button.
7. The applicant needs to create a password and click the “Next” button.
8. The applicants have to click the “Sign-in” enter the user id and password and then click the “Sign-in” button.
9. Select the service followed by selecting the Pensioner Concession Card from the list.
10. The applicant has to enter all the details in the form.
11. upload all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
12. There is no fee for Pensioner Concession Card.
13. After completing, the applicant has to click the “Submit” button.
14. 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.
15. 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.
16. During this period, you may be contacted by Services Australia if they require additional information or documentation to assess your eligibility. Respond promptly to any requests and provide the requested information.
17. Once the assessment is complete, the applicant will receive a notification regarding the outcome of the application.
18. The processing time for this procedure is complete within 28 days.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, national Identity card, etc)
• Address proof – (Driving license, passbook, utility bill, etc)
• Passport size photographs
• Proof of Qualifying Pension or Allowance
• Any other documents (If required)

Office Locations & Contacts

Services Australia
Mailing address:
eBusiness Service Centre
PO Box 9822
BRISBANE QLD 4000
Fax - 03 9605 7987
Phone - 1300 361 457
Email - [email protected]
Contact link
Link

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

Eligibility

• Any individual age above 60 who intends to Apply for Pensioner Concession Card is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• There is no fee for Pensioner Concession Card.

Validity

• The validity of the card is one year.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• The processing time for this procedure is complete within 28 days.

Related Videos

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Instructions

• 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 Information

• Personal details
• Name
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Postal address

• Service detail
• Bank details
• Contact number
• Work experience
• Date
• Declaration

Need for the Document

• The Pensioner Concession Card (PCC) in Australia is a government-issued card that provides eligible pensioners with a range of concessions and benefits. The card is designed to assist pensioners with the cost of living and accessing essential goods and services.

Information which might help

• For more information link

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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

External Links

Link

Others

The card is used for:

• Cheaper medicine under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme.
• Bulk-billed doctor visits, which will depend on your doctor if you are eligible for these.
• A bigger refund for medical costs when you reach the Medicare Safety Net.
• Help with hearing services, such as the Hearing Services Program on the Department of Health and Aged Care website.
• Discounts to redirect your mail through Australia Post.