Student studying outside Australia 102-07020170

This page contains links to policy and legislation.

Policy

Social Security Guide 7.1.1 Portability Legislation

Social Security Guide 7.1.2.20 Portability Table

Social Security Guide 7.1.2.10 General Rules of Portability

ABSTUDY

Links to the ABSTUDY Policy Manual go to pdf and docx documents. Select the document and go to the reference(s) below.

ABSTUDY Policy Manual

• 9.2, Portability of ABSTUDY
• 55, Overseas study

Assistance for Isolated Children (AIC)

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Assistance for Isolated Children Scheme Guidelines

• 3.2.3, Student must live in Australia during the period of study
• 3.2.4, International student exchange

Legislation

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Social Security Act 1991 section 1218, Exception - full time students outside Australia for purposes of Australian course