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Partner Income Test for ABSTUDY customers 22 years and over 010-08010030

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This document outlines how the application of the Partner Income Test affects ABSTUDY customers aged 22 years and over.

Types of Income Tests

ABSTUDY customers are subject to a Personal Income Test on any income they receive. Depending on their circumstances, they may also be subject to a Partner Income Test and Parental Means Test.

Income Bank

ABSTUDY customers can access an Income Bank enabling them to build up credits while not earning an income, for use when they do.

The Resources page contains information about the Partner Income Test and adjustments to the Partner Income Free Area for ABSTUDY customers aged 22 years or over with dependent children and/or dependent students.

See Rates and Thresholds for current and historical rates of payment.

Related links

Partner Income Test for ABSTUDY customers under 22 years old, Austudy and Youth Allowance students and Australian Apprentices

Personal Income Test and Income Bank for ABSTUDY, Austudy and Youth Allowance (YA) students and Australian Apprentices