Mobility Allowance provides crucial financial support for individuals who face challenges using public transport due to disability, illness, or injury. Understanding how much you can receive and the criteria for different payment rates will help you make the most of this assistance.
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How Much Can You Get?
Mobility Allowance offers two rates of payment:
- Standard Rate
- Higher Rate
Your eligibility for either rate depends on your circumstances and activities.
1. Standard Rate
You can receive $115.90 per fortnight at the standard rate by meeting one of the following criteria:
Option 1: Activities for 32 Hours Every 4 Weeks
Engage in one or more of these activities for at least 32 hours every 4 weeks on a continuing basis:
- Paid work.
- Voluntary work.
- Self-employment.
- Vocational training.
- Independent living or life skills training.
Option 2: Job-Seeking or Training
Receive $115.90 per fortnight if you are:
- Seeking work through an employment services provider, such as:
- Disability Employment Services (DES).
- Workforce Australia.
- Community Development Program (CDP).
- Participating in Disability Management Services through DES.
- Receiving JobSeeker Payment or Youth Allowance and meeting mutual obligation requirements.
- Receiving Austudy and meeting activity test requirements.
To learn more, visit:
- Workforce Australia website.
- National Indigenous Australians Agency for CDP.
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2. Higher Rate
You can receive $162.00 per fortnight at the higher rate if you meet both of these conditions:
Condition 1: Eligible Payment
You are receiving one of the following payments:
- Disability Support Pension.
- Parenting Payment.
- JobSeeker Payment.
- Youth Allowance (as a job seeker).
Condition 2: Activities for 15 Hours Per Week or More
You are:
- Working at least 15 hours per week at or above the relevant minimum wage.
- Seeking work for 15 hours or more per week through an employment services provider, including DES, Workforce Australia, or CDP.
- Working at least 15 hours per week in the open labour market under productivity-based wages (Supported Wage System).
Note: The Supported Wage System does not include work through supported employment, such as Australian Disability Enterprises.
Additional Support: Extended Payments
If your work, self-employment, study, or training stops, or your agreement to look for work with your provider ends, you may still receive Mobility Allowance for an additional 12 weeks.
Why Understanding Payment Rates Matters
Knowing which rate of Mobility Allowance you qualify for can significantly impact your financial planning. Whether you’re working, studying, or seeking employment, Mobility Allowance provides tailored support to help you maintain independence and achieve your goals.
Take action today to ensure you’re receiving the maximum benefits available to you. Visit Services Australia to start your claim and make the most of your allowance!
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