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Policy

Social Security Guide, 3.2.5.10, Qualification for YA & DSP as an Independent Young Person

Social Security Guide, 1.1.R.110, Refugee

Social Security Guide, 9, Visas, Entitlements & Assurances of Support

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991

• section 543A, Minimum age for Youth Allowance
• section 1067A, When a person is regarded as independent
• section 7(6B), A person is a refugee
• section 5(1), Dependent child-under 16
• section 543A, Independent person