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Policy

Social Security Guide, 7.1.1.10, Overview of Portability Legislation

Social Security Guide, 7.2.1.10, Departure & Arrival Notification

Legislation

Links to the Federal Register of Legislation site go to a 'Series' page. Select the 'Latest' version.

Social Security (Administration) Act 1999

• section 67, Person who has made a claim
• section 68, Person receiving social security payment or holding concession card

Savings provisions

Social Security (Administration) Act 1999

• Schedule 1A, Clause 128 (1), Saving provision - portability rules relating to rates of pension
• Schedule 1A, Clause 135 (1), Unlimited maximum portability period for Disability Support Pension