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Disability Child Allowance

Children with a disability may qualify for an allowance alongside Children’s Allowance. The medical and administrative assessment determines entitlement.

Provider

Department of Social Security

Eligibility

Individual assessment and provider criteria apply. A diagnosis alone does not establish entitlement.

Application

Ask the treating specialist, paediatrician or medical practitioner to submit the application. DSS may arrange a Board assessment.

Documents

Practitioner-completed application and any assessment documents requested by DSS.

Cost

Confirm directly with the provider.

Referral

Confirm referral requirements directly.

Funding

No funding commitment is made by this website.

Contact

Use the official provider website.

Verified

2026-10-08

Review

2027-01-08

Notes

Official provider source reviewed on 8 October 2026. Availability and individual eligibility require confirmation.

Sources and further information

Official source and application information ↗

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