Child benefit
#1
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Child benefit
Is child benefit(or equivalant ) payable to people on a 457 temporary visa?
#3
Hi
I think its http://www.familyassist.gov.au and if we can't claim it in Australia, does anyone know if you can continue to claim it from the UK?
Thanks
Sam
I think its http://www.familyassist.gov.au and if we can't claim it in Australia, does anyone know if you can continue to claim it from the UK?
Thanks
Sam
#4
Originally posted by The Thorpes
Hi
I think its http://www.familyassist.gov.au and if we can't claim it in Australia, does anyone know if you can continue to claim it from the UK?
Thanks
Sam
Hi
I think its http://www.familyassist.gov.au and if we can't claim it in Australia, does anyone know if you can continue to claim it from the UK?
Thanks
Sam
#5
Re: Child benefit
Originally posted by Codgob
Is child benefit(or equivalant ) payable to people on a 457 temporary visa?
Is child benefit(or equivalant ) payable to people on a 457 temporary visa?
http://scaleplus.law.gov.au/html/pas...0/PA000180.htm
A 457 holder does not fall under this category.
Peter
#6
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Can't always get this site to work at the moment but look at www.centrelink.gov.au. They administer family allowance, the equivalent of UK child benefit.
I think it's means tested (tapering off for higher earners) so most get something. Maximum for one child is $99 per fortnight. You need to register with Centrelink as soon as you arrive to start getting it.
Not sure if it applies on your visa class but it is available to all permanent residents, migrants, etc. It's not one of those welfare benefits you're not allowed to claim in the first 2 years.
The website has a good Q&A section which should explain it all.
I think it's means tested (tapering off for higher earners) so most get something. Maximum for one child is $99 per fortnight. You need to register with Centrelink as soon as you arrive to start getting it.
Not sure if it applies on your visa class but it is available to all permanent residents, migrants, etc. It's not one of those welfare benefits you're not allowed to claim in the first 2 years.
The website has a good Q&A section which should explain it all.