Caring for a person with disability or a long-term medical condition often places additional financial and emotional strain on families. To provide annual financial relief, Services Australia delivers the Carer Supplement, an extra payment that supports people who already receive certain carer-related benefits. In 2025, eligible carers can expect the $600 Carer Supplement Allowance, which is scheduled to be issued around September 2025.
This article outlines the eligibility rules, payment schedule, allowance amount, and claim process for the $600 Carer Supplement 2025, ensuring carers and their families understand how the payment works and when they can expect to receive it.
What is the Carer Supplement?
The Carer Supplement is a non-taxable, annual lump-sum payment provided to eligible Australians who care for someone with a disability, severe medical condition, or mental health issue.
- It is paid in addition to existing benefits such as Carer Allowance or Carer Payment.
- It aims to offset extra living costs carers face while supporting their loved ones.
- Beneficiaries do not need to reapply each year the payment is automatically credited if eligibility requirements are met.
The supplement helps carers cover day-to-day essentials such as medical bills, utility payments, groceries, and transportation.
Quick Summary: $600 Carer Supplement 2025
Aspect |
Details |
|---|---|
Program Name |
Carer Supplement Allowance |
Agency |
Services Australia |
Country |
Australia |
Year |
2025 |
Amount |
$600 per eligible carer |
Frequency |
Annual payment |
Eligibility |
Carer Allowance, Carer Payment, DVA Carer Pension recipients |
Income/Asset Test |
Not required |
Payment Date |
Expected September 2025 (exact date to be updated) |
Mode of Payment |
Direct deposit to bank account |
Official Website |
$600 Carer Supplement Allowance – September 2025 Update
From 20 September 2025, Services Australia will release the updated payment amount. The confirmed annual Carer Supplement will remain at $600 per eligible recipient.
- If a carer looks after more than one person, they may receive multiple Carer Supplements, one for each care relationship.
- The supplement is provided once a year—not fortnightly like other Centrelink payments.
- Unlike other benefits, the Carer Supplement does not require an income or asset test, making it accessible to all eligible carers.
Eligibility Criteria for Carer Supplement 2025
You will automatically qualify for the $600 Carer Supplement if you are already receiving one of the following benefits:
- Carer Allowance (paid by Services Australia).
- Carer Payment (ongoing income support for carers).
- Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA) Partner Service Pension and Carer Allowance.
- Department of Veterans’ Affairs Carer Service Pension.
Other important conditions:
- The person being cared for must meet the eligibility conditions related to medical or disability needs.
- The carer must continue meeting residency and relationship requirements under Services Australia rules.
Carer Supplement Amount 2025
- Base Supplement: $600 per year, per care relationship.
- No variations by income or family structure all eligible carers receive the same base amount.
- Payments are automatically processed without separate claims.
Payment Schedule: When Will Carers Receive the $600 in 2025?
The Carer Supplement 2025 will be paid as a one-off annual payment, expected in September 2025.
- Exact date: To be confirmed by Services Australia closer to September.
- Payment frequency: Annual (one payment per financial year).
- If you are already receiving Carer Allowance fortnightly, the supplement may appear as a lump-sum payment in your account alongside your regular Centrelink benefit.
How to Check and Receive Carer Supplement
You do not need to submit a separate application. However, to confirm eligibility and ensure payments are processed smoothly:
- Log in to your myGov account (linked to Centrelink).
- Go to Payments and Claims.
- Select Manage Payments → My Payments.
- Check if the Carer Supplement has been credited.
- Ensure your bank account details in Centrelink records are up to date.
Fact Check: $600 Carer Supplement 2025
- Confirmed Payment: Yes, Services Australia provides $600 annually.
- Eligibility: Linked to existing Carer Allowance/Carer Payment recipients.
- Income/Asset Tests: Not required.
- Application Needed? No, it is automatically paid.
- Status: True and reliable, subject only to Services Australia’s payment schedule.
FAQs About $600 Carer Supplement 2025
Q1. What is the Carer Supplement?
It is a yearly lump-sum payment of $600, paid to carers who already receive certain Centrelink or DVA benefits.
Q2. How much is the Carer Supplement for 2025?
The confirmed amount is $600 per eligible carer.
Q3. When will the payment be made?
The payment is expected in September 2025, though the exact date will be announced by Services Australia.
Q4. Do I need to apply separately for the Carer Supplement?
No. If you are eligible, Services Australia will automatically process and deposit the payment.
Q5. Can I receive more than one Carer Supplement?
Yes. Carers supporting multiple individuals may receive more than one supplement (one per care relationship).
Q6. Is there an income or assets test for this benefit?
No. The Carer Supplement is not subject to income or asset limits.
Q7. Where can I confirm payment details?
On the official website: servicesaustralia.gov.au.
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