Parenting Payment: who can get it

Q: Where can I find the official rules for parenting payment?

The official source is Services Australia. All information on this page is checked against that source and dated October 2026.

Q: Is this guide up to date?

This guide was last checked in October 2026. Centrelink rates and rules change — always verify against the official source before making decisions.

Who can get it?

You are the principal carer of a child, and:

Single: youngest child is under 14
Partnered: youngest child is under 6

Must meet income and assets tests. Source: Services Australia.

Rates

From 20 September 2026:

Single: up to $1,087.20/fn
Partnered: up to $733.10/fn

Questions about this guide

Where can I find the official rules for parenting payment?

The official source for this guide is Services Australia. All information on this page is checked against that source and dated October 2026.

Is this guide up to date?

This guide was last checked in October 2026. Centrelink rates and rules change — always verify against the official source before making decisions.

Can I use this guide to make a claim?

This guide will help you understand your entitlements and prepare your claim, but you must submit the actual claim through myGov or at a Centrelink service centre. We never ask for or store any personal information.